Fairmont School vs Milne Grove Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairmont School
Lockport · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
300 students
Milne Grove Elem School
Lockport · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
233 students
| Measure | Fairmont School Lockport, Illinois | Milne Grove Elem School Lockport, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1927 of 2,303 | #1008 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #45514 of 50,301 | #29602 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 300 | 233 |
| Enrollment | 300 | 233 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99% | 42.1% |
| Students per teacher | 8.8 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 42% |
| city | Lockport | Lockport |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Milne Grove Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.5 vs 18.9).
- •Milne Grove Elem School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 7%).
- •Milne Grove Elem School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Milne Grove Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.1% vs 99%).
- •Fairmont School does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 12.9).
- •Fairmont School is the larger school with 300 students compared with 233.
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 Fairmont School better than Milne Grove Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Milne Grove Elem School ranks higher (43.5 vs 18.9 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 Fairmont School and Milne Grove Elem School?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Lockport and Lockport in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairmont School: 300. Milne Grove Elem School: 233. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairmont School and Milne Grove Elem School rank in Illinois?
Fairmont School is 1927th of 2,303 and Milne Grove Elem School is 1008th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).