Blackstone Elem School vs Flanagan Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 79 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blackstone Elem School
Mendota · Public elementary · Grades K–1
197 students
Flanagan Elem School
Flanagan · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
197 students
| Measure | Blackstone Elem School Mendota, Illinois | Flanagan Elem School Flanagan, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #616 of 2,303 | #1231 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #20501 of 50,301 | #34442 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–1 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 197 | 197 |
| Enrollment | 197 | 197 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.4% | 38.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 27% |
| Math proficiency | – | 17% |
| city | Mendota | Flanagan |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Blackstone Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.6 vs 36.3).
- •Flanagan Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.6% vs 62.4%).
- •Flanagan Elem School does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 11.6).
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 Blackstone Elem School better than Flanagan Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Blackstone Elem School ranks higher (56.6 vs 36.3 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 Blackstone Elem School and Flanagan Elem School?
About 79 km in a straight line, between Mendota and Flanagan in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blackstone Elem School: 197. Flanagan Elem School: 197. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blackstone Elem School and Flanagan Elem School rank in Illinois?
Blackstone Elem School is 616th of 2,303 and Flanagan Elem School is 1231st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).