Clinton Elem School vs South Elgin High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 573 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clinton Elem School
South Elgin · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
596 students
South Elgin High School
South Elgin · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,665 students
| Measure | Clinton Elem School South Elgin, Illinois | South Elgin High School South Elgin, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1168 of 2,303 | #227 of 691 |
| National rank | #33344 of 50,301 | #10263 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 596 | 2,665 |
| Enrollment | 596 | 2,665 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.4% | 37.4% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 32% |
| city | South Elgin | South Elgin |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Elgin High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 37.9).
- •Clinton Elem School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 32%).
- •South Elgin High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.4% vs 39.4%).
- •South Elgin High School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 21.3).
- •South Elgin High School is the larger school with 2,665 students compared with 596.
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 Clinton Elem School better than South Elgin High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Elgin High School ranks higher (42.8 vs 37.9 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 Clinton Elem School and South Elgin High School?
About 573 m in a straight line, between South Elgin and South Elgin in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clinton Elem School: 596. South Elgin High School: 2,665. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clinton Elem School and South Elgin High School rank in Illinois?
Clinton Elem School is 1168th of 2,303 and South Elgin High School is 227th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).