Beckemeyer Elem School vs Penniman Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 63 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beckemeyer Elem School
Beckemeyer · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
250 students
Penniman Elem School
Cahokia · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
250 students
| Measure | Beckemeyer Elem School Beckemeyer, Illinois | Penniman Elem School Cahokia, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #530 of 2,303 | #2277 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #18377 of 50,301 | #49840 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 250 | 250 |
| Enrollment | 250 | 250 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.6% | 88% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 2% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 2% |
| city | Beckemeyer | Cahokia |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Beckemeyer Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.7 vs 8.3).
- •Beckemeyer Elem School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 2%).
- •Beckemeyer Elem School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 2%).
- •Beckemeyer Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.6% vs 88%).
- •Beckemeyer Elem School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 19.2).
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 Beckemeyer Elem School better than Penniman Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Beckemeyer Elem School ranks higher (59.7 vs 8.3 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 Beckemeyer Elem School and Penniman Elem School?
About 63 km in a straight line, between Beckemeyer and Cahokia in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Beckemeyer Elem School: 250. Penniman Elem School: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Beckemeyer Elem School and Penniman Elem School rank in Illinois?
Beckemeyer Elem School is 530th of 2,303 and Penniman Elem School is 2277th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).