Eunice Smith Elem School vs Gilson Brown Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eunice Smith Elem School
Alton · Public elementary · Grades K–2
188 students
Gilson Brown Elem School
Godfrey · Public elementary · Grades K–1
176 students
| Measure | Eunice Smith Elem School Alton, Illinois | Gilson Brown Elem School Godfrey, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #887 of 2,303 | #570 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #26479 of 50,301 | #19430 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–1 |
| Students | 188 | 176 |
| Enrollment | 188 | 176 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.8% | 60.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Alton | Godfrey |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gilson Brown Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.2 vs 48.0).
- •Gilson Brown Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.2% vs 63.8%).
- •Gilson Brown Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 14.5).
- •Eunice Smith Elem School is the larger school with 188 students compared with 176.
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 Eunice Smith Elem School better than Gilson Brown Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Gilson Brown Elem School ranks higher (58.2 vs 48.0 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 Eunice Smith Elem School and Gilson Brown Elem School?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Alton and Godfrey in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eunice Smith Elem School: 188. Gilson Brown Elem School: 176. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eunice Smith Elem School and Gilson Brown Elem School rank in Illinois?
Eunice Smith Elem School is 887th of 2,303 and Gilson Brown Elem School is 570th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).