Franklin Elem School vs Shipman Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 240 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Elem School
Metropolis · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
155 students
Shipman Elem School
Shipman · Public elementary · Grades 3–4
155 students
| Measure | Franklin Elem School Metropolis, Illinois | Shipman Elem School Shipman, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #247 of 2,303 | #1010 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #9999 of 50,301 | #29622 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 3–4 |
| Students | 155 | 155 |
| Enrollment | 155 | 155 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.7% | 47.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 37% |
| city | Metropolis | Shipman |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.9 vs 43.5).
- •Franklin Elem School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 37%).
- •Franklin Elem School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 37%).
- •Shipman Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.1% vs 47.7%).
- •Shipman Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.1).
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 Franklin Elem School better than Shipman Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Elem School ranks higher (71.9 vs 43.5 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 Franklin Elem School and Shipman Elem School?
About 240 km in a straight line, between Metropolis and Shipman in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Elem School: 155. Shipman Elem School: 155. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Elem School and Shipman Elem School rank in Illinois?
Franklin Elem School is 247th of 2,303 and Shipman Elem School is 1010th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).