Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School vs River Valley School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 344 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School
Quincy · Public elementary · Grades K–5
588 students
River Valley School
Lemont · Public elementary · Grades 2–3
588 students
| Measure | Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School Quincy, Illinois | River Valley School Lemont, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1214 of 2,303 | #469 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #34197 of 50,301 | #16685 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 2–3 |
| Students | 588 | 588 |
| Enrollment | 588 | 588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.9% | 18.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 55% |
| city | Quincy | Lemont |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Valley School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.2 vs 36.7).
- •River Valley School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 38%).
- •River Valley School does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 35%).
- •River Valley School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.4% vs 61.9%).
- •Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 16.3).
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 Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School better than River Valley School?
On the Success Index (US), River Valley School ranks higher (62.2 vs 36.7 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 Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School and River Valley School?
About 344 km in a straight line, between Quincy and Lemont in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School: 588. River Valley School: 588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School and River Valley School rank in Illinois?
Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School is 1214th of 2,303 and River Valley School is 469th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).