Bowlesburg Elem School vs Wells Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 3.1 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
Wells Elem School
East Moline · Public elementary · Grades K–4
307 students
| Measure | Bowlesburg Elem School Silvis, Illinois | Wells Elem School East Moline, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1840 of 2,303 | #1864 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #44637 of 50,301 | #44867 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 324 | 307 |
| Enrollment | 324 | 307 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.9% | 94.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| city | Silvis | East Moline |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (20.3 vs 20.0).
- •Bowlesburg Elem School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Wells Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.8% vs 96.9%).
- •Wells Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 13.5).
- •Bowlesburg Elem School is the larger school with 324 students compared with 307.
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 Wells 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 Bowlesburg Elem School and Wells Elem School?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Silvis and East Moline in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowlesburg Elem School: 324. Wells Elem School: 307. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowlesburg Elem School and Wells Elem School rank in Illinois?
Bowlesburg Elem School is 1840th of 2,303 and Wells Elem School is 1864th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).