Golfview Elem School vs Meadowdale Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golfview Elem School
Carpentersville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
401 students
Meadowdale Elem School
Carpentersville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
421 students
| Measure | Golfview Elem School Carpentersville, Illinois | Meadowdale Elem School Carpentersville, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1930 of 2,303 | #1903 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #45521 of 50,301 | #45305 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 401 | 421 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 421 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.8% | 88.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 14% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 27% |
| city | Carpentersville | Carpentersville |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.9 vs 19.3).
- •Meadowdale Elem School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Meadowdale Elem School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 14%).
- •Golfview Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.8% vs 88.6%).
- •Golfview Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.5).
- •Meadowdale Elem School is the larger school with 421 students compared with 401.
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 Golfview Elem School better than Meadowdale Elem School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Golfview Elem School and Meadowdale Elem School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Carpentersville and Carpentersville in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golfview Elem School: 401. Meadowdale Elem School: 421. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golfview Elem School and Meadowdale Elem School rank in Illinois?
Golfview Elem School is 1930th of 2,303 and Meadowdale Elem School is 1903rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).