Lalumier Elem School vs Penniman Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lalumier Elem School
Centreville · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
276 students
Penniman Elem School
Cahokia · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
250 students
| Measure | Lalumier Elem School Centreville, Illinois | Penniman Elem School Cahokia, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2278 of 2,303 | #2277 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #49849 of 50,301 | #49840 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 276 | 250 |
| Enrollment | 276 | 250 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.6% | 88% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 2% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 2% |
| city | Centreville | Cahokia |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (8.2 vs 8.3).
- •Lalumier Elem School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 2%).
- •Lalumier Elem School does better on reading proficiency (15% vs 2%).
- •Penniman Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88% vs 90.6%).
- •Penniman Elem School does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 23.0).
- •Lalumier Elem School is the larger school with 276 students compared with 250.
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 Lalumier Elem School better than Penniman Elem 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 Lalumier Elem School and Penniman Elem School?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Centreville and Cahokia in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lalumier Elem School: 276. Penniman Elem School: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lalumier Elem School and Penniman Elem School rank in Illinois?
Lalumier Elem School is 2278th of 2,303 and Penniman Elem School is 2277th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).