Earlville Elem School vs South Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 99 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Earlville Elem School
Earlville · Public elementary · Grades K–8
253 students
South Elem School
Des Plaines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
253 students
| Measure | Earlville Elem School Earlville, Illinois | South Elem School Des Plaines, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #885 of 2,303 | #187 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #26419 of 50,301 | #7983 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 253 | 253 |
| Enrollment | 253 | 253 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.1% | 55.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.1 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 67% |
| city | Earlville | Des Plaines |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.0 vs 48.1).
- •South Elem School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 32%).
- •South Elem School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Earlville Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.1% vs 55.3%).
- •South Elem School does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 10.1).
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 Earlville Elem School better than South Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), South Elem School ranks higher (75.0 vs 48.1 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 Earlville Elem School and South Elem School?
About 99 km in a straight line, between Earlville and Des Plaines in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Earlville Elem School: 253. South Elem School: 253. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Earlville Elem School and South Elem School rank in Illinois?
Earlville Elem School is 885th of 2,303 and South Elem School is 187th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).