Berger-Vandenberg Elem School vs Marissa Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 418 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berger-Vandenberg Elem School
Dolton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
266 students
Marissa Elem School
Marissa · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
266 students
| Measure | Berger-Vandenberg Elem School Dolton, Illinois | Marissa Elem School Marissa, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 6 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2299 of 2,303 | #1383 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #50117 of 50,301 | #36983 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 266 | 266 |
| Enrollment | 266 | 266 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 57.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 22% |
| city | Dolton | Marissa |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marissa Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.4 vs 6.1).
- •Marissa Elem School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 7.5%).
- •Marissa Elem School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Marissa Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.5% vs 99.6%).
- •Marissa Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 19.0).
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 Berger-Vandenberg Elem School better than Marissa Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Marissa Elem School ranks higher (32.4 vs 6.1 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 Berger-Vandenberg Elem School and Marissa Elem School?
About 418 km in a straight line, between Dolton and Marissa in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berger-Vandenberg Elem School: 266. Marissa Elem School: 266. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berger-Vandenberg Elem School and Marissa Elem School rank in Illinois?
Berger-Vandenberg Elem School is 2299th of 2,303 and Marissa Elem School is 1383rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).