Fairmount Elem School vs Sherwood Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 46 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairmount Elem School
Downers Grove · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
342 students
Sherwood Elem School
Highland Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
342 students
| Measure | Fairmount Elem School Downers Grove, Illinois | Sherwood Elem School Highland Park, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #621 of 2,303 | #593 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #20669 of 50,301 | #20026 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 342 | 342 |
| Enrollment | 342 | 342 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 9.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 50% |
| city | Downers Grove | Highland Park |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sherwood Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.4 vs 56.4).
- •Fairmount Elem School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 50%).
- •Fairmount Elem School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 44%).
- •Sherwood Elem School does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 18.0).
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 Fairmount Elem School better than Sherwood Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Sherwood Elem School ranks higher (57.4 vs 56.4 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 Fairmount Elem School and Sherwood Elem School?
About 46 km in a straight line, between Downers Grove and Highland Park in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairmount Elem School: 342. Sherwood Elem School: 342. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairmount Elem School and Sherwood Elem School rank in Illinois?
Fairmount Elem School is 621st of 2,303 and Sherwood Elem School is 593rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).