Eastwood Elem School vs Kenneth Murphy School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 438 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eastwood Elem School
East Alton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
393 students
Kenneth Murphy School
Beach Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
394 students
| Measure | Eastwood Elem School East Alton, Illinois | Kenneth Murphy School Beach Park, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1288 of 2,303 | #1672 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #35495 of 50,301 | #41997 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 393 | 394 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 394 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41% | 53.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 10% |
| city | East Alton | Beach Park |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eastwood Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.6 vs 24.5).
- •Eastwood Elem School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 10%).
- •Eastwood Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41% vs 53.6%).
- •Eastwood Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 14.6).
- •Kenneth Murphy School is the larger school with 394 students compared with 393.
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 Eastwood Elem School better than Kenneth Murphy School?
On the Success Index (US), Eastwood Elem School ranks higher (34.6 vs 24.5 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 Eastwood Elem School and Kenneth Murphy School?
About 438 km in a straight line, between East Alton and Beach Park in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eastwood Elem School: 393. Kenneth Murphy School: 394. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eastwood Elem School and Kenneth Murphy School rank in Illinois?
Eastwood Elem School is 1288th of 2,303 and Kenneth Murphy School is 1672nd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).