Forreston Grade School vs Lexington Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 177 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Forreston Grade School
Forreston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
238 students
Lexington Elem School
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
238 students
| Measure | Forreston Grade School Forreston, Illinois | Lexington Elem School Lexington, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #787 of 2,303 | #561 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #24257 of 50,301 | #19199 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 238 | 238 |
| Enrollment | 238 | 238 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.5% | 24.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| city | Forreston | Lexington |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lexington Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.5 vs 51.3).
- •Lexington Elem School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Lexington Elem School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Lexington Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.8% vs 39.5%).
- •Forreston Grade School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 12.5).
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 Forreston Grade School better than Lexington Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Lexington Elem School ranks higher (58.5 vs 51.3 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 Forreston Grade School and Lexington Elem School?
About 177 km in a straight line, between Forreston and Lexington in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forreston Grade School: 238. Lexington Elem School: 238. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forreston Grade School and Lexington Elem School rank in Illinois?
Forreston Grade School is 787th of 2,303 and Lexington Elem School is 561st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).