Bonfield Grade School vs Plainfield Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 98 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bonfield Grade School
Bonfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
285 students
Plainfield Elem School
Des Plaines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
285 students
| Measure | Bonfield Grade School Bonfield, Illinois | Plainfield Elem School Des Plaines, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #642 of 2,303 | #534 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #21069 of 50,301 | #18491 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–1 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 285 | 285 |
| Enrollment | 285 | 285 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.2% | 61.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 10.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 57% |
| Math proficiency | – | 47% |
| city | Bonfield | Des Plaines |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Plainfield Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.6 vs 55.8).
- •Bonfield Grade School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.2% vs 61.1%).
- •Plainfield Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 17.8).
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 Bonfield Grade School better than Plainfield Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Plainfield Elem School ranks higher (59.6 vs 55.8 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 Bonfield Grade School and Plainfield Elem School?
About 98 km in a straight line, between Bonfield and Des Plaines in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bonfield Grade School: 285. Plainfield Elem School: 285. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bonfield Grade School and Plainfield Elem School rank in Illinois?
Bonfield Grade School is 642nd of 2,303 and Plainfield Elem School is 534th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).