Longfellow Elem School vs Washington Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Longfellow Elem School
Marion · Public elementary · Grades K–5
261 students
Washington Elem School
Marion · Public elementary · Grades K–5
465 students
| Measure | Longfellow Elem School Marion, Illinois | Washington Elem School Marion, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #764 of 2,303 | #641 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #23774 of 50,301 | #21057 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 261 | 465 |
| Enrollment | 261 | 465 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67% | 57.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 49% |
| city | Marion | Marion |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.9 vs 52.0).
- •Washington Elem School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 47%).
- •Washington Elem School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Washington Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.8% vs 67%).
- •Longfellow Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.7).
- •Washington Elem School is the larger school with 465 students compared with 261.
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 Longfellow Elem School better than Washington Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elem School ranks higher (55.9 vs 52.0 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 Longfellow Elem School and Washington Elem School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Marion and Marion in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Longfellow Elem School: 261. Washington Elem School: 465. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Longfellow Elem School and Washington Elem School rank in Illinois?
Longfellow Elem School is 764th of 2,303 and Washington Elem School is 641st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).