King School vs Steele School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
King School
Galesburg · Public elementary · Grades K–4
510 students
Steele School
Galesburg · Public elementary · Grades K–4
542 students
| Measure | King School Galesburg, Illinois | Steele School Galesburg, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1683 of 2,303 | #1714 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #42124 of 50,301 | #42660 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 510 | 542 |
| Enrollment | 510 | 542 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.3% | 76.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 17% |
| city | Galesburg | Galesburg |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (24.3 vs 23.5).
- •King School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •King School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Steele School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.6% vs 87.3%).
- •Steele School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.6).
- •Steele School is the larger school with 542 students compared with 510.
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 King School better than Steele School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are King School and Steele School?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Galesburg and Galesburg in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
King School: 510. Steele School: 542. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do King School and Steele School rank in Illinois?
King School is 1683rd of 2,303 and Steele School is 1714th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).