Grundy Elem School vs Jefferson Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Grundy Elem School
Morton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
465 students
Jefferson Elem School
Morton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
354 students
| Measure | Grundy Elem School Morton, Illinois | Jefferson Elem School Morton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #417 of 2,303 | #601 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #14975 of 50,301 | #20204 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 465 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.6% | 37.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 47% |
| city | Morton | Morton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Grundy Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.7 vs 57.1).
- •Grundy Elem School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 47%).
- •Grundy Elem School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 57%).
- •Grundy Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.6% vs 37.6%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 19.4).
- •Grundy Elem School is the larger school with 465 students compared with 354.
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 Grundy Elem School better than Jefferson Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Grundy Elem School ranks higher (64.7 vs 57.1 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 Grundy Elem School and Jefferson Elem School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Morton and Morton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Grundy Elem School: 465. Jefferson Elem School: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Grundy Elem School and Jefferson Elem School rank in Illinois?
Grundy Elem School is 417th of 2,303 and Jefferson Elem School is 601st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).