Illinois School vs Matteson Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Illinois School
Park Forest · Public elementary · Grades K–8
391 students
Matteson Elem School
Matteson · Public elementary · Grades K–3
420 students
| Measure | Illinois School Park Forest, Illinois | Matteson Elem School Matteson, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1018 of 2,303 | #1050 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #29739 of 50,301 | #30310 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 391 | 420 |
| Enrollment | 391 | 420 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.3% | 43.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| city | Park Forest | Matteson |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (43.3 vs 42.5).
- •Matteson Elem School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Illinois School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 37%).
- •Matteson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.3% vs 79.3%).
- •Illinois School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 15.0).
- •Matteson Elem School is the larger school with 420 students compared with 391.
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 Illinois School better than Matteson 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 Illinois School and Matteson Elem School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Park Forest and Matteson in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Illinois School: 391. Matteson Elem School: 420. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Illinois School and Matteson Elem School rank in Illinois?
Illinois School is 1018th of 2,303 and Matteson Elem School is 1050th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).