Eunice Smith Elem School vs West Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.6 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
West Elementary School
Alton · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
407 students
| Measure | Eunice Smith Elem School Alton, Illinois | West Elementary School Alton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #887 of 2,303 | #1334 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #26479 of 50,301 | #36289 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades 2–5 |
| Students | 188 | 407 |
| Enrollment | 188 | 407 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.8% | 57% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 27% |
| Math proficiency | – | 31% |
| city | Alton | Alton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eunice Smith Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.0 vs 33.5).
- •West Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57% vs 63.8%).
- •West Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.5).
- •West Elementary School is the larger school with 407 students compared with 188.
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 West Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Eunice Smith Elem School ranks higher (48.0 vs 33.5 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 Eunice Smith Elem School and West Elementary School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Alton and Alton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eunice Smith Elem School: 188. West Elementary School: 407. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eunice Smith Elem School and West Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Eunice Smith Elem School is 887th of 2,303 and West Elementary School is 1334th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).