Armstrong High School vs Potomac Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 7.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Armstrong High School
Armstrong · Public high · Grades 9–12
114 students
Potomac Elem School
Potomac · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
137 students
| Measure | Armstrong High School Armstrong, Illinois | Potomac Elem School Potomac, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #350 of 691 | #1429 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #12366 of 16,910 | #37826 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 114 | 137 |
| Enrollment | 114 | 137 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.7% | 51.1% |
| Students per teacher | 8.1 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 22% |
| city | Armstrong | Potomac |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Armstrong High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.2 vs 31.1).
- •Potomac Elem School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 15%).
- •Armstrong High School does better on reading proficiency (24.5% vs 22%).
- •Armstrong High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.7% vs 51.1%).
- •Armstrong High School does better on students per teacher (8.1 vs 9.8).
- •Potomac Elem School is the larger school with 137 students compared with 114.
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 Armstrong High School better than Potomac Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Armstrong High School ranks higher (34.2 vs 31.1 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 Armstrong High School and Potomac Elem School?
About 7.6 km in a straight line, between Armstrong and Potomac in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Armstrong High School: 114. Potomac Elem School: 137. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Armstrong High School and Potomac Elem School rank in Illinois?
Armstrong High School is 350th of 691 and Potomac Elem School is 1429th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).