Bowlesburg Elem School vs George O Barr School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bowlesburg Elem School
Silvis · Public elementary · Grades K–4
324 students
George O Barr School
Silvis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
405 students
| Measure | Bowlesburg Elem School Silvis, Illinois | George O Barr School Silvis, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1840 of 2,303 | #1644 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #44637 of 50,301 | #41637 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 324 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 324 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.9% | 67.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 13% |
| city | Silvis | Silvis |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George O Barr School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.1 vs 20.3).
- •Bowlesburg Elem School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 13%).
- •Bowlesburg Elem School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 11%).
- •George O Barr School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.2% vs 96.9%).
- •George O Barr School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 13.5).
- •George O Barr School is the larger school with 405 students compared with 324.
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 Bowlesburg Elem School better than George O Barr School?
On the Success Index (US), George O Barr School ranks higher (25.1 vs 20.3 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 Bowlesburg Elem School and George O Barr School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Silvis and Silvis in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowlesburg Elem School: 324. George O Barr School: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowlesburg Elem School and George O Barr School rank in Illinois?
Bowlesburg Elem School is 1840th of 2,303 and George O Barr School is 1644th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).