Apollo Elem School vs Mercer County Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 211 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Apollo Elem School
Aledo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
362 students
Mercer County Jr High School
Aledo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
270 students
| Measure | Apollo Elem School Aledo, Illinois | Mercer County Jr High School Aledo, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1099 of 2,303 | #399 of 670 |
| National rank | #31911 of 50,301 | #10407 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 362 | 270 |
| Enrollment | 362 | 270 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.7% | 49.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 17% |
| city | Aledo | Aledo |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Apollo Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.0 vs 37.3).
- •Apollo Elem School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Mercer County Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.6% vs 51.7%).
- •Mercer County Jr High School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.5).
- •Apollo Elem School is the larger school with 362 students compared with 270.
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 Apollo Elem School better than Mercer County Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Apollo Elem School ranks higher (40.0 vs 37.3 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 Apollo Elem School and Mercer County Jr High School?
About 211 m in a straight line, between Aledo and Aledo in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Apollo Elem School: 362. Mercer County Jr High School: 270. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Apollo Elem School and Mercer County Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Apollo Elem School is 1099th of 2,303 and Mercer County Jr High School is 399th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).