Christopher Elem School vs King School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 348 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Christopher Elem School
Christopher · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
510 students
King School
Galesburg · Public elementary · Grades K–4
510 students
| Measure | Christopher Elem School Christopher, Illinois | King School Galesburg, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1408 of 2,303 | #1683 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #37401 of 50,301 | #42124 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 510 | 510 |
| Enrollment | 510 | 510 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.6% | 87.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 27% |
| city | Christopher | Galesburg |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Christopher Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.7 vs 24.3).
- •King School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 18%).
- •Christopher Elem School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Christopher Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.6% vs 87.3%).
- •Christopher Elem School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.6).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Christopher Elem School better than King School?
On the Success Index (US), Christopher Elem School ranks higher (31.7 vs 24.3 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 Christopher Elem School and King School?
About 348 km in a straight line, between Christopher and Galesburg in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Christopher Elem School: 510. King School: 510. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Christopher Elem School and King School rank in Illinois?
Christopher Elem School is 1408th of 2,303 and King School is 1683rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).