Dewey Elem School vs West Central Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 299 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dewey Elem School
Evanston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
321 students
West Central Elementary School
Biggsville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
321 students
| Measure | Dewey Elem School Evanston, Illinois | West Central Elementary School Biggsville, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #264 of 2,303 | #1487 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #10642 of 50,301 | #39095 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 321 | 321 |
| Enrollment | 321 | 321 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.7% | 53.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 12% |
| city | Evanston | Biggsville |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dewey Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.9 vs 29.2).
- •Dewey Elem School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 12%).
- •Dewey Elem School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 17%).
- •Dewey Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.7% vs 53.9%).
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 Dewey Elem School better than West Central Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Dewey Elem School ranks higher (70.9 vs 29.2 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 Dewey Elem School and West Central Elementary School?
About 299 km in a straight line, between Evanston and Biggsville in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dewey Elem School: 321. West Central Elementary School: 321. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dewey Elem School and West Central Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Dewey Elem School is 264th of 2,303 and West Central Elementary School is 1487th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).