High Mount Elem School vs Lewis School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 114 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High Mount Elem School
Swansea · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
325 students
Lewis School
Carbondale · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
325 students
| Measure | High Mount Elem School Swansea, Illinois | Lewis School Carbondale, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1422 of 2,303 | #1619 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #37733 of 50,301 | #41276 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 325 | 325 |
| Enrollment | 325 | 325 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.3% | 72.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 18% |
| city | Swansea | Carbondale |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •High Mount Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.2 vs 25.7).
- •Lewis School does better on math proficiency (18% vs 14%).
- •High Mount Elem School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 28%).
- •High Mount Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.3% vs 72.3%).
- •High Mount Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 13.5).
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 High Mount Elem School better than Lewis School?
On the Success Index (US), High Mount Elem School ranks higher (31.2 vs 25.7 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 High Mount Elem School and Lewis School?
About 114 km in a straight line, between Swansea and Carbondale in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High Mount Elem School: 325. Lewis School: 325. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High Mount Elem School and Lewis School rank in Illinois?
High Mount Elem School is 1422nd of 2,303 and Lewis School is 1619th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).