Early Step Pre-School vs River Bend Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 713 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Early Step Pre-School
Fulton · Public other · Grades PK–PK
65 students
River Bend Middle School
Fulton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
228 students
| Measure | Early Step Pre-School Fulton, Illinois | River Bend Middle School Fulton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #356 of 670 |
| National rank | – | #9459 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Other | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–PK | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 65 | 228 |
| Enrollment | 65 | 228 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 46.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 43% |
| Math proficiency | – | 26% |
| city | Fulton | Fulton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Bend Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 21.7).
- •River Bend Middle School is the larger school with 228 students compared with 65.
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 Early Step Pre-School better than River Bend Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Early Step Pre-School and River Bend Middle School?
About 713 m in a straight line, between Fulton and Fulton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Early Step Pre-School: 65. River Bend Middle School: 228. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Early Step Pre-School and River Bend Middle School rank in Illinois?
Early Step Pre-School is unranked and River Bend Middle School is 356th of 670 among other schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).