Fulton Elem School vs River Bend Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 139 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fulton Elem School
Fulton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
421 students
River Bend Middle School
Fulton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
228 students
| Measure | Fulton Elem School Fulton, Illinois | River Bend Middle School Fulton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #984 of 2,303 | #356 of 670 |
| National rank | #28991 of 50,301 | #9459 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 421 | 228 |
| Enrollment | 421 | 228 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.3% | 46.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 26% |
| city | Fulton | Fulton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fulton Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.4 vs 41.7).
- •Fulton Elem School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 26%).
- •River Bend Middle School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 38%).
- •Fulton Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.3% vs 46.5%).
- •River Bend Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 14.5).
- •Fulton Elem School is the larger school with 421 students compared with 228.
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 Fulton Elem School better than River Bend Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Fulton Elem School ranks higher (44.4 vs 41.7 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 Fulton Elem School and River Bend Middle School?
About 139 m in a straight line, between Fulton and Fulton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fulton Elem School: 421. River Bend Middle School: 228. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fulton Elem School and River Bend Middle School rank in Illinois?
Fulton Elem School is 984th of 2,303 and River Bend Middle School is 356th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).