Eastland Elementary School vs Forreston Grade School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eastland Elementary School
Shannon · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
433 students
Forreston Grade School
Forreston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
238 students
| Measure | Eastland Elementary School Shannon, Illinois | Forreston Grade School Forreston, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #645 of 2,303 | #787 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #21146 of 50,301 | #24257 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 433 | 238 |
| Enrollment | 433 | 238 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.3% | 39.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 32% |
| city | Shannon | Forreston |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eastland Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.7 vs 51.3).
- •Eastland Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Eastland Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Forreston Grade School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.5% vs 47.3%).
- •Forreston Grade School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 14.4).
- •Eastland Elementary School is the larger school with 433 students compared with 238.
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 Eastland Elementary School better than Forreston Grade School?
On the Success Index (US), Eastland Elementary School ranks higher (55.7 vs 51.3 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 Eastland Elementary School and Forreston Grade School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Shannon and Forreston in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eastland Elementary School: 433. Forreston Grade School: 238. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eastland Elementary School and Forreston Grade School rank in Illinois?
Eastland Elementary School is 645th of 2,303 and Forreston Grade School is 787th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).