Franklin Grove Elem School vs Maroa-Forsyth Grade School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 8.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Grove Elem School
Decatur · Public elementary · Grades K–6
461 students
Maroa-Forsyth Grade School
Forsyth · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
593 students
| Measure | Franklin Grove Elem School Decatur, Illinois | Maroa-Forsyth Grade School Forsyth, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2288 of 2,303 | #656 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #49946 of 50,301 | #21393 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 461 | 593 |
| Enrollment | 461 | 593 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.8% | 33.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 44% |
| city | Decatur | Forsyth |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Maroa-Forsyth Grade School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.4 vs 7.6).
- •Maroa-Forsyth Grade School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 2.5%).
- •Maroa-Forsyth Grade School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 12%).
- •Maroa-Forsyth Grade School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.7% vs 89.8%).
- •Maroa-Forsyth Grade School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 19.2).
- •Maroa-Forsyth Grade School is the larger school with 593 students compared with 461.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Franklin Grove Elem School better than Maroa-Forsyth Grade School?
On the Success Index (US), Maroa-Forsyth Grade School ranks higher (55.4 vs 7.6 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 Grove Elem School and Maroa-Forsyth Grade School?
About 8.2 km in a straight line, between Decatur and Forsyth in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Grove Elem School: 461. Maroa-Forsyth Grade School: 593. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Grove Elem School and Maroa-Forsyth Grade School rank in Illinois?
Franklin Grove Elem School is 2288th of 2,303 and Maroa-Forsyth Grade School is 656th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).