Locust Elem School vs Riley Comm Cons School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 6.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Locust Elem School
Marengo · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
501 students
Riley Comm Cons School
Marengo · Public elementary · Grades K–8
277 students
| Measure | Locust Elem School Marengo, Illinois | Riley Comm Cons School Marengo, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #659 of 2,303 | #690 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #21521 of 50,301 | #22173 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 501 | 277 |
| Enrollment | 501 | 277 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.5% | 36.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 37% |
| city | Marengo | Marengo |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (55.2 vs 54.3).
- •Locust Elem School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Riley Comm Cons School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.5% vs 55.5%).
- •Riley Comm Cons School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 14.7).
- •Locust Elem School is the larger school with 501 students compared with 277.
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 Locust Elem School better than Riley Comm Cons 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 Locust Elem School and Riley Comm Cons School?
About 6.1 km in a straight line, between Marengo and Marengo in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Locust Elem School: 501. Riley Comm Cons School: 277. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Locust Elem School and Riley Comm Cons School rank in Illinois?
Locust Elem School is 659th of 2,303 and Riley Comm Cons School is 690th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).