Arcola Elementary School vs Arthur Grade School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arcola Elementary School
Arcola · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
410 students
Arthur Grade School
Arthur · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
258 students
| Measure | Arcola Elementary School Arcola, Illinois | Arthur Grade School Arthur, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1241 of 2,303 | #1253 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #34668 of 50,301 | #34859 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 410 | 258 |
| Enrollment | 410 | 258 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.9% | 55.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 28% |
| city | Arcola | Arthur |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (35.9 vs 35.6).
- •Arthur Grade School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 27%).
- •Arthur Grade School does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 27%).
- •Arcola Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.9% vs 55.8%).
- •Arthur Grade School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 13.2).
- •Arcola Elementary School is the larger school with 410 students compared with 258.
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 Arcola Elementary School better than Arthur Grade 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 Arcola Elementary School and Arthur Grade School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Arcola and Arthur in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcola Elementary School: 410. Arthur Grade School: 258. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcola Elementary School and Arthur Grade School rank in Illinois?
Arcola Elementary School is 1241st of 2,303 and Arthur Grade School is 1253rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).