Allen School School vs Blackstone Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Allen School School
La Moille · Public elementary · Grades K–6
96 students
Blackstone Elem School
Mendota · Public elementary · Grades K–1
197 students
| Measure | Allen School School La Moille, Illinois | Blackstone Elem School Mendota, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1545 of 2,303 | #616 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #40006 of 50,301 | #20501 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–1 |
| Students | 96 | 197 |
| Enrollment | 96 | 197 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49% | 62.4% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | – |
| city | La Moille | Mendota |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Blackstone Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.6 vs 27.6).
- •Allen School School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49% vs 62.4%).
- •Allen School School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 11.6).
- •Blackstone Elem School is the larger school with 197 students compared with 96.
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 Allen School School better than Blackstone Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Blackstone Elem School ranks higher (56.6 vs 27.6 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 Allen School School and Blackstone Elem School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between La Moille and Mendota in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Allen School School: 96. Blackstone Elem School: 197. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Allen School School and Blackstone Elem School rank in Illinois?
Allen School School is 1545th of 2,303 and Blackstone Elem School is 616th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).