East Side Intermediate School vs West Side Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Side Intermediate School
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
397 students
West Side Primary School
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades K–2
400 students
| Measure | East Side Intermediate School Harrisburg, Illinois | West Side Primary School Harrisburg, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1517 of 2,303 | #494 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #39513 of 50,301 | #17473 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 397 | 400 |
| Enrollment | 397 | 400 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.8% | 63% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | – |
| Math proficiency | 11% | – |
| city | Harrisburg | Harrisburg |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Side Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.1 vs 28.5).
- •West Side Primary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63% vs 66.8%).
- •West Side Primary School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 13.7).
- •West Side Primary School is the larger school with 400 students compared with 397.
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 East Side Intermediate School better than West Side Primary School?
On the Success Index (US), West Side Primary School ranks higher (61.1 vs 28.5 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 East Side Intermediate School and West Side Primary School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Harrisburg in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Side Intermediate School: 397. West Side Primary School: 400. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Side Intermediate School and West Side Primary School rank in Illinois?
East Side Intermediate School is 1517th of 2,303 and West Side Primary School is 494th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).