Alton High School vs Gilson Brown Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 5.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alton High School
Alton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,823 students
Gilson Brown Elem School
Godfrey · Public elementary · Grades K–1
176 students
| Measure | Alton High School Alton, Illinois | Gilson Brown Elem School Godfrey, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #358 of 691 | #570 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #12469 of 16,910 | #19430 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–1 |
| Students | 1,823 | 176 |
| Enrollment | 1,823 | 176 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.1% | 60.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | – |
| Math proficiency | 30% | – |
| city | Alton | Godfrey |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gilson Brown Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.2 vs 33.8).
- •Alton High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.1% vs 60.2%).
- •Gilson Brown Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 18.6).
- •Alton High School is the larger school with 1,823 students compared with 176.
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 Alton High School better than Gilson Brown Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Gilson Brown Elem School ranks higher (58.2 vs 33.8 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 Alton High School and Gilson Brown Elem School?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Alton and Godfrey in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alton High School: 1,823. Gilson Brown Elem School: 176. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alton High School and Gilson Brown Elem School rank in Illinois?
Alton High School is 358th of 691 and Gilson Brown Elem School is 570th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).