Independence Elem School vs Pioneer Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Elem School
Bolingbrook · Public elementary · Grades K–5
617 students
Pioneer Elementary School
Bolingbrook · Public elementary · Grades K–5
561 students
| Measure | Independence Elem School Bolingbrook, Illinois | Pioneer Elementary School Bolingbrook, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1506 of 2,303 | #914 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #39336 of 50,301 | #27249 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 617 | 561 |
| Enrollment | 617 | 561 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.9% | 46.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 44% |
| city | Bolingbrook | Bolingbrook |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pioneer Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.9 vs 28.8).
- •Pioneer Elementary School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 27%).
- •Pioneer Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •Pioneer Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 67.9%).
- •Pioneer Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.1).
- •Independence Elem School is the larger school with 617 students compared with 561.
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 Independence Elem School better than Pioneer Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Pioneer Elementary School ranks higher (46.9 vs 28.8 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 Independence Elem School and Pioneer Elementary School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Bolingbrook and Bolingbrook in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Elem School: 617. Pioneer Elementary School: 561. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Elem School and Pioneer Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Independence Elem School is 1506th of 2,303 and Pioneer Elementary School is 914th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).