Julia Lathrop Elem School vs Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 738 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Julia Lathrop Elem School
Rockford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
357 students
Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad
Rockford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,108 students
| Measure | Julia Lathrop Elem School Rockford, Illinois | Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad Rockford, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2210 of 2,303 | #661 of 670 |
| National rank | #48936 of 50,301 | #15130 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 357 | 1,108 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 1,108 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.3% | 80.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 6% |
| city | Rockford | Rockford |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Julia Lathrop Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (11.8 vs 9.6).
- •Julia Lathrop Elem School does better on math proficiency (14% vs 6%).
- •Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad does better on reading proficiency (14% vs 10%).
- •Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.1% vs 84.3%).
- •Julia Lathrop Elem School does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 19.4).
- •Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad is the larger school with 1,108 students compared with 357.
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 Julia Lathrop Elem School better than Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad?
On the Success Index (US), Julia Lathrop Elem School ranks higher (11.8 vs 9.6 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 Julia Lathrop Elem School and Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad?
About 738 m in a straight line, between Rockford and Rockford in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Julia Lathrop Elem School: 357. Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad: 1,108. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Julia Lathrop Elem School and Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad rank in Illinois?
Julia Lathrop Elem School is 2210th of 2,303 and Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad is 661st of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).