George Washington Elem School vs River Valley School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 41 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Elem School
Park Ridge · Public elementary · Grades K–5
588 students
River Valley School
Lemont · Public elementary · Grades 2–3
588 students
| Measure | George Washington Elem School Park Ridge, Illinois | River Valley School Lemont, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #272 of 2,303 | #469 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #10867 of 50,301 | #16685 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 2–3 |
| Students | 588 | 588 |
| Enrollment | 588 | 588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 18.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 55% |
| city | Park Ridge | Lemont |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Washington Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.6 vs 62.2).
- •George Washington Elem School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 55%).
- •George Washington Elem School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 50%).
- •George Washington Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 16.3).
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 George Washington Elem School better than River Valley School?
On the Success Index (US), George Washington Elem School ranks higher (70.6 vs 62.2 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 George Washington Elem School and River Valley School?
About 41 km in a straight line, between Park Ridge and Lemont in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Elem School: 588. River Valley School: 588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Elem School and River Valley School rank in Illinois?
George Washington Elem School is 272nd of 2,303 and River Valley School is 469th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).