Ellis Elem School vs Emge Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ellis Elem School
Belleville · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
382 students
Emge Junior High School
Belleville · Public middle · Grades 7–8
146 students
| Measure | Ellis Elem School Belleville, Illinois | Emge Junior High School Belleville, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1647 of 2,303 | #484 of 670 |
| National rank | #41697 of 50,301 | #11828 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 382 | 146 |
| Enrollment | 382 | 146 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.3% | 56.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 12% |
| city | Belleville | Belleville |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emge Junior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.5 vs 25.0).
- •Ellis Elem School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 12%).
- •Emge Junior High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Emge Junior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.8% vs 68.3%).
- •Emge Junior High School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.9).
- •Ellis Elem School is the larger school with 382 students compared with 146.
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 Ellis Elem School better than Emge Junior High School?
On the Success Index (US), Emge Junior High School ranks higher (30.5 vs 25.0 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 Ellis Elem School and Emge Junior High School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Belleville and Belleville in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellis Elem School: 382. Emge Junior High School: 146. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellis Elem School and Emge Junior High School rank in Illinois?
Ellis Elem School is 1647th of 2,303 and Emge Junior High School is 484th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).