Jefferson Elem School vs Pleasant Acres Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 254 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elem School
Belleville · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
293 students
Pleasant Acres Elem School
Rantoul · Public elementary · Grades K–5
293 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Belleville, Illinois | Pleasant Acres Elem School Rantoul, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1268 of 2,303 | #2010 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #35150 of 50,301 | #46619 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 293 | 293 |
| Enrollment | 293 | 293 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70% | 94.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 7.5% |
| city | Belleville | Rantoul |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.2 vs 17.0).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on math proficiency (20% vs 7.5%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 12%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70% vs 94.5%).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Jefferson Elem School better than Pleasant Acres Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem School ranks higher (35.2 vs 17.0 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 Jefferson Elem School and Pleasant Acres Elem School?
About 254 km in a straight line, between Belleville and Rantoul in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 293. Pleasant Acres Elem School: 293. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Pleasant Acres Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 1268th of 2,303 and Pleasant Acres Elem School is 2010th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).