Jefferson Primary School vs Prairieview Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 19 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Primary School
Bellwood · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
380 students
Prairieview Elementary School
Downers Grove · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
380 students
| Measure | Jefferson Primary School Bellwood, Illinois | Prairieview Elementary School Downers Grove, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #744 of 2,303 | #318 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #23407 of 50,301 | #12295 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 380 | 380 |
| Enrollment | 380 | 380 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.3% | 18.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 58% |
| Math proficiency | – | 59% |
| city | Bellwood | Downers Grove |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Prairieview Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.6 vs 52.5).
- •Prairieview Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.2% vs 75.3%).
- •Jefferson Primary School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 16.5).
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 Primary School better than Prairieview Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Prairieview Elementary School ranks higher (68.6 vs 52.5 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 Primary School and Prairieview Elementary School?
About 19 km in a straight line, between Bellwood and Downers Grove in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Primary School: 380. Prairieview Elementary School: 380. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Primary School and Prairieview Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Primary School is 744th of 2,303 and Prairieview Elementary School is 318th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).