Gregory Intermediate vs Meridian Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gregory Intermediate
Moweaqua · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
200 students
Meridian Elem School
Blue Mound · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
460 students
| Measure | Gregory Intermediate Moweaqua, Illinois | Meridian Elem School Blue Mound, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1239 of 2,303 | #1290 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #34622 of 50,301 | #35519 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 200 | 460 |
| Enrollment | 200 | 460 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42% | 48% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| city | Moweaqua | Blue Mound |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gregory Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.0 vs 34.6).
- •Meridian Elem School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Meridian Elem School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Gregory Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42% vs 48%).
- •Gregory Intermediate does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 14.8).
- •Meridian Elem School is the larger school with 460 students compared with 200.
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 Gregory Intermediate better than Meridian Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Gregory Intermediate ranks higher (36.0 vs 34.6 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 Gregory Intermediate and Meridian Elem School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Moweaqua and Blue Mound in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gregory Intermediate: 200. Meridian Elem School: 460. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gregory Intermediate and Meridian Elem School rank in Illinois?
Gregory Intermediate is 1239th of 2,303 and Meridian Elem School is 1290th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).