Lewis & Clark Elem School vs West Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 6.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lewis & Clark Elem School
Godfrey · Public elementary · Grades K–1
251 students
West Elementary School
Alton · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
407 students
| Measure | Lewis & Clark Elem School Godfrey, Illinois | West Elementary School Alton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #587 of 2,303 | #1334 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #19872 of 50,301 | #36289 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–1 | Grades 2–5 |
| Students | 251 | 407 |
| Enrollment | 251 | 407 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.4% | 57% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 27% |
| Math proficiency | – | 31% |
| city | Godfrey | Alton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lewis & Clark Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.6 vs 33.5).
- •West Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57% vs 57.4%).
- •Lewis & Clark Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.6).
- •West Elementary School is the larger school with 407 students compared with 251.
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 Lewis & Clark Elem School better than West Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Lewis & Clark Elem School ranks higher (57.6 vs 33.5 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 Lewis & Clark Elem School and West Elementary School?
About 6.8 km in a straight line, between Godfrey and Alton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lewis & Clark Elem School: 251. West Elementary School: 407. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lewis & Clark Elem School and West Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Lewis & Clark Elem School is 587th of 2,303 and West Elementary School is 1334th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).