Cowden-Herrick Grade School vs Ramsey Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cowden-Herrick Grade School
Herrick · Public elementary · Grades K–5
175 students
Ramsey Elem School
Ramsey · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
212 students
| Measure | Cowden-Herrick Grade School Herrick, Illinois | Ramsey Elem School Ramsey, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1201 of 2,303 | #1271 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #33959 of 50,301 | #35228 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 175 | 212 |
| Enrollment | 175 | 212 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.9% | 67.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Herrick | Ramsey |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cowden-Herrick Grade School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.0 vs 35.1).
- •Cowden-Herrick Grade School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.9% vs 67.5%).
- •Cowden-Herrick Grade School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 11.8).
- •Ramsey Elem School is the larger school with 212 students compared with 175.
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 Cowden-Herrick Grade School better than Ramsey Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Cowden-Herrick Grade School ranks higher (37.0 vs 35.1 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 Cowden-Herrick Grade School and Ramsey Elem School?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Herrick and Ramsey in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cowden-Herrick Grade School: 175. Ramsey Elem School: 212. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cowden-Herrick Grade School and Ramsey Elem School rank in Illinois?
Cowden-Herrick Grade School is 1201st of 2,303 and Ramsey Elem School is 1271st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).