Lester Elem School vs South School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lester Elem School
Downers Grove · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
531 students
South School
Westmont · Public other · Grades PK–PK
53 students
| Measure | Lester Elem School Downers Grove, Illinois | South School Westmont, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #444 of 2,303 | – |
| National rank | #15863 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 531 | 53 |
| Enrollment | 531 | 53 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | – |
| Math proficiency | 61% | – |
| city | Downers Grove | Westmont |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lester Elem School is the larger school with 531 students compared with 53.
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 Lester Elem School better than South 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 Lester Elem School and South School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Downers Grove and Westmont in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lester Elem School: 531. South School: 53. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lester Elem School and South School rank in Illinois?
Lester Elem School is 444th of 2,303 and South School is unranked among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).