Jefferson Elem School vs Merrill Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elem School
Sterling · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
450 students
Merrill Elem School
Rock Falls · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
258 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Sterling, Illinois | Merrill Elem School Rock Falls, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1054 of 2,303 | #1743 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #30421 of 50,301 | #43089 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 450 | 258 |
| Enrollment | 450 | 258 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.6% | 77.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 25% |
| Math proficiency | – | 20% |
| city | Sterling | Rock Falls |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.3 vs 22.8).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.6% vs 77.9%).
- •Merrill Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 15.0).
- •Jefferson Elem School is the larger school with 450 students compared with 258.
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 Merrill Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem School ranks higher (42.3 vs 22.8 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 Jefferson Elem School and Merrill Elem School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Sterling and Rock Falls in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 450. Merrill Elem School: 258. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Merrill Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 1054th of 2,303 and Merrill Elem School is 1743rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).