Julia Lathrop Elem School vs Washington Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 km 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
Washington Elementary School
Rockford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
523 students
| Measure | Julia Lathrop Elem School Rockford, Illinois | Washington Elementary School Rockford, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2210 of 2,303 | #2253 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48936 of 50,301 | #49473 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 357 | 523 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 523 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.3% | 83% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 4% |
| city | Rockford | Rockford |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Julia Lathrop Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (11.8 vs 10.0).
- •Julia Lathrop Elem School does better on math proficiency (14% vs 4%).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83% vs 84.3%).
- •Julia Lathrop Elem School does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 18.0).
- •Washington Elementary School is the larger school with 523 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 Washington Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Julia Lathrop Elem School ranks higher (11.8 vs 10.0 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 Julia Lathrop Elem School and Washington Elementary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Rockford and Rockford in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Julia Lathrop Elem School: 357. Washington Elementary School: 523. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Julia Lathrop Elem School and Washington Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Julia Lathrop Elem School is 2210th of 2,303 and Washington Elementary School is 2253rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).