Riverton Middle School vs Washington Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 9.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riverton Middle School
Riverton · Public middle · Grades 5–8
347 students
Washington Middle School
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
516 students
| Measure | Riverton Middle School Riverton, Illinois | Washington Middle School Springfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #437 of 670 | #592 of 670 |
| National rank | #11031 of 15,369 | #13645 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 347 | 516 |
| Enrollment | 347 | 516 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.4% | 79.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 8% |
| city | Riverton | Springfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Riverton Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.2 vs 20.8).
- •Riverton Middle School does better on math proficiency (18% vs 8%).
- •Riverton Middle School does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 11%).
- •Riverton Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.4% vs 79.8%).
- •Washington Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 11.6).
- •Washington Middle School is the larger school with 516 students compared with 347.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Riverton Middle School better than Washington Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Riverton Middle School ranks higher (34.2 vs 20.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Riverton Middle School and Washington Middle School?
About 9.1 km in a straight line, between Riverton and Springfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Riverton Middle School: 347. Washington Middle School: 516. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Riverton Middle School and Washington Middle School rank in Illinois?
Riverton Middle School is 437th of 670 and Washington Middle School is 592nd of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).