Jefferson Elem School vs Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 153 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elem School
Chicago Heights · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
157 students
Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School
Washburn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
157 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Chicago Heights, Illinois | Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School Washburn, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2098 of 2,303 | #811 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47584 of 50,301 | #24690 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 157 | 157 |
| Enrollment | 157 | 157 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.4% | 56.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 32% |
| city | Chicago Heights | Washburn |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.7 vs 15.1).
- •Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 6%).
- •Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 17%).
- •Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.1% vs 92.4%).
- •Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.1).
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 Jefferson Elem School better than Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School ranks higher (50.7 vs 15.1 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 Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School?
About 153 km in a straight line, between Chicago Heights and Washburn in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 157. Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School: 157. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 2098th of 2,303 and Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School is 811th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).