Creekside Elem vs Southwest Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 224 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Creekside Elem
Elgin · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
469 students
Southwest Elem School
Danville · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
469 students
| Measure | Creekside Elem Elgin, Illinois | Southwest Elem School Danville, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1738 of 2,303 | #1807 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #43063 of 50,301 | #44058 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 469 | 469 |
| Enrollment | 469 | 469 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.5% | 95.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 37% |
| city | Elgin | Danville |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Creekside Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.8 vs 21.3).
- •Southwest Elem School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 13%).
- •Southwest Elem School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •Creekside Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.5% vs 95.5%).
- •Creekside Elem does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 18.8).
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 Creekside Elem better than Southwest Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Creekside Elem ranks higher (22.8 vs 21.3 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 Creekside Elem and Southwest Elem School?
About 224 km in a straight line, between Elgin and Danville in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Creekside Elem: 469. Southwest Elem School: 469. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Creekside Elem and Southwest Elem School rank in Illinois?
Creekside Elem is 1738th of 2,303 and Southwest Elem School is 1807th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).