Fairview Elem School vs Riverton Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 7.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairview Elem School
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
302 students
Riverton Elem School
Riverton · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
515 students
| Measure | Fairview Elem School Springfield, Illinois | Riverton Elem School Riverton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1818 of 2,303 | #1571 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #44213 of 50,301 | #40540 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 302 | 515 |
| Enrollment | 302 | 515 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.5% | 60.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 16% |
| city | Springfield | Riverton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Riverton Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.8 vs 21.0).
- •Fairview Elem School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 16%).
- •Riverton Elem School does better on reading proficiency (18% vs 12%).
- •Riverton Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.2% vs 79.5%).
- •Riverton Elem School is the larger school with 515 students compared with 302.
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 Fairview Elem School better than Riverton Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Riverton Elem School ranks higher (26.8 vs 21.0 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 Fairview Elem School and Riverton Elem School?
About 7.8 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Riverton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairview Elem School: 302. Riverton Elem School: 515. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairview Elem School and Riverton Elem School rank in Illinois?
Fairview Elem School is 1818th of 2,303 and Riverton Elem School is 1571st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).