Alton Middle School vs West Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 3.4 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
West Elementary School
Alton · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
407 students
| Measure | Alton Middle School Alton, Illinois | West Elementary School Alton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #507 of 670 | #1334 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #12215 of 15,369 | #36289 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 2–5 |
| Students | 1,220 | 407 |
| Enrollment | 1,220 | 407 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.1% | 57% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 31% |
| city | Alton | Alton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.5 vs 28.4).
- •West Elementary School does better on math proficiency (31% vs 18%).
- •West Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 25%).
- •Alton Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.1% vs 57%).
- •West Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.2).
- •Alton Middle School is the larger school with 1,220 students compared with 407.
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 West Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), West Elementary School ranks higher (33.5 vs 28.4 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 Middle School and West Elementary School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Alton and Alton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alton Middle School: 1,220. West Elementary School: 407. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alton Middle School and West Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Alton Middle School is 507th of 670 and West Elementary School is 1334th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).