Don D Shute Elem School vs Jefferson Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 8.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Don D Shute Elem School
East Peoria · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
206 students
Jefferson Elem School
Morton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
354 students
| Measure | Don D Shute Elem School East Peoria, Illinois | Jefferson Elem School Morton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #505 of 2,303 | #601 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #17782 of 50,301 | #20204 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 206 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 206 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.2% | 37.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 57% |
| Math proficiency | – | 47% |
| city | East Peoria | Morton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Don D Shute Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.6 vs 57.1).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.6% vs 60.2%).
- •Don D Shute Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 16.9).
- •Jefferson Elem School is the larger school with 354 students compared with 206.
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 Don D Shute Elem School better than Jefferson Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Don D Shute Elem School ranks higher (60.6 vs 57.1 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 Don D Shute Elem School and Jefferson Elem School?
About 8.1 km in a straight line, between East Peoria and Morton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Don D Shute Elem School: 206. Jefferson Elem School: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Don D Shute Elem School and Jefferson Elem School rank in Illinois?
Don D Shute Elem School is 505th of 2,303 and Jefferson Elem School is 601st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).