Belle Valley School vs Lyon Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 424 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Belle Valley School
Belleville · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
997 students
Lyon Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
988 students
| Measure | Belle Valley School Belleville, Illinois | Lyon Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1516 of 2,303 | #1534 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #39506 of 50,301 | #39867 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 997 | 988 |
| Enrollment | 997 | 988 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.4% | 77.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 29% |
| city | Belleville | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (28.5 vs 27.9).
- •Lyon Elem School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 22%).
- •Belle Valley School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 32%).
- •Lyon Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.1% vs 82.4%).
- •Belle Valley School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.5).
- •Belle Valley School is the larger school with 997 students compared with 988.
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 Belle Valley School better than Lyon Elem 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 Belle Valley School and Lyon Elem School?
About 424 km in a straight line, between Belleville and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Belle Valley School: 997. Lyon Elem School: 988. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Belle Valley School and Lyon Elem School rank in Illinois?
Belle Valley School is 1516th of 2,303 and Lyon Elem School is 1534th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).