Highland Elem School vs Pierce Downer Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Elem School
Downers Grove · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
352 students
Pierce Downer Elem School
Downers Grove · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
337 students
| Measure | Highland Elem School Downers Grove, Illinois | Pierce Downer Elem School Downers Grove, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #916 of 2,303 | #939 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #27296 of 50,301 | #27985 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 352 | 337 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 337 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 52% |
| city | Downers Grove | Downers Grove |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (46.8 vs 45.9).
- •Pierce Downer Elem School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 44%).
- •Highland Elem School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 45%).
- •Highland Elem School does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 16.9).
- •Highland Elem School is the larger school with 352 students compared with 337.
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 Highland Elem School better than Pierce Downer 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 Highland Elem School and Pierce Downer Elem School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Downers Grove and Downers Grove in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Elem School: 352. Pierce Downer Elem School: 337. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Elem School and Pierce Downer Elem School rank in Illinois?
Highland Elem School is 916th of 2,303 and Pierce Downer Elem School is 939th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).