Crete Elementary School vs Highland Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 148 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Crete Elementary School
Crete · Public elementary · Grades K–5
381 students
Highland Elem School
Stillman Valley · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
381 students
| Measure | Crete Elementary School Crete, Illinois | Highland Elem School Stillman Valley, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1460 of 2,303 | #225 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #38538 of 50,301 | #9307 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 381 | 381 |
| Enrollment | 381 | 381 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.4% | 33.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 21% | – |
| city | Crete | Stillman Valley |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.9 vs 30.0).
- •Highland Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.9% vs 65.4%).
- •Highland Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.7).
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 Crete Elementary School better than Highland Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Elem School ranks higher (72.9 vs 30.0 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 Crete Elementary School and Highland Elem School?
About 148 km in a straight line, between Crete and Stillman Valley in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Crete Elementary School: 381. Highland Elem School: 381. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Crete Elementary School and Highland Elem School rank in Illinois?
Crete Elementary School is 1460th of 2,303 and Highland Elem School is 225th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).