Denning Elementary School vs Washington Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 9.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Denning Elementary School
West Frankfort · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
439 students
Washington Middle School
Johnston City · Public middle · Grades 5–8
296 students
| Measure | Denning Elementary School West Frankfort, Illinois | Washington Middle School Johnston City, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #853 of 2,303 | #539 of 670 |
| National rank | #25620 of 50,301 | #12828 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 439 | 296 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 296 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.9% | 62.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 20% |
| Math proficiency | – | 17% |
| city | West Frankfort | Johnston City |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Denning Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.3 vs 25.2).
- •Denning Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.9% vs 62.2%).
- •Washington Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 17.6).
- •Denning Elementary School is the larger school with 439 students compared with 296.
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 Denning Elementary School better than Washington Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Denning Elementary School ranks higher (49.3 vs 25.2 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 Denning Elementary School and Washington Middle School?
About 9.3 km in a straight line, between West Frankfort and Johnston City in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Denning Elementary School: 439. Washington Middle School: 296. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Denning Elementary School and Washington Middle School rank in Illinois?
Denning Elementary School is 853rd of 2,303 and Washington Middle School is 539th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).