Franklin Elem School vs Merrill Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Elem School
Sterling · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
407 students
Merrill Elem School
Rock Falls · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
258 students
| Measure | Franklin Elem School Sterling, Illinois | Merrill Elem School Rock Falls, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #565 of 2,303 | #1743 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #19276 of 50,301 | #43089 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 407 | 258 |
| Enrollment | 407 | 258 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.3% | 77.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 25% |
| Math proficiency | – | 20% |
| city | Sterling | Rock Falls |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.4 vs 22.8).
- •Franklin Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.3% vs 77.9%).
- •Franklin Elem School is the larger school with 407 students compared with 258.
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 Merrill Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Elem School ranks higher (58.4 vs 22.8 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 Merrill Elem School?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Sterling and Rock Falls in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Elem School: 407. Merrill Elem School: 258. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Elem School and Merrill Elem School rank in Illinois?
Franklin Elem School is 565th of 2,303 and Merrill Elem School is 1743rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).