Alton Middle School vs Washington 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 Middle School
Alton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,220 students
Washington Elem School
East Alton · Public other · Grades PK–PK
130 students
| Measure | Alton Middle School Alton, Illinois | Washington Elem School East Alton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #507 of 670 | – |
| National rank | #12215 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 1,220 | 130 |
| Enrollment | 1,220 | 130 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.1% | 66.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 65.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | – |
| Math proficiency | 18% | – |
| city | Alton | East Alton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alton Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.1% vs 66.2%).
- •Alton Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 65.0).
- •Alton Middle School is the larger school with 1,220 students compared with 130.
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 Middle School better than Washington Elem School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alton Middle School and Washington Elem School?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Alton and East Alton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alton Middle School: 1,220. Washington Elem School: 130. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alton Middle School and Washington Elem School rank in Illinois?
Alton Middle School is 507th of 670 and Washington Elem School is unranked among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).