Ellis Middle School vs Lowrie Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ellis Middle School
Elgin · Public middle · Grades 7–8
496 students
Lowrie Elem School
Elgin · Public elementary · Grades K–6
397 students
| Measure | Ellis Middle School Elgin, Illinois | Lowrie Elem School Elgin, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #567 of 670 | #2196 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #13267 of 15,369 | #48736 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 496 | 397 |
| Enrollment | 496 | 397 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.4% | 75.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 10% |
| city | Elgin | Elgin |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ellis Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.8 vs 12.4).
- •Ellis Middle School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 10%).
- •Ellis Middle School does better on reading proficiency (18% vs 10%).
- •Ellis Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.4% vs 75.8%).
- •Ellis Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 18.0).
- •Ellis Middle School is the larger school with 496 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 Ellis Middle School better than Lowrie Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Ellis Middle School ranks higher (22.8 vs 12.4 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 Middle School and Lowrie Elem School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Elgin and Elgin in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellis Middle School: 496. Lowrie Elem School: 397. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellis Middle School and Lowrie Elem School rank in Illinois?
Ellis Middle School is 567th of 670 and Lowrie Elem School is 2196th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).