Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School vs Sowers Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School
Washburn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
157 students
Sowers Elementary School
Roanoke · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
161 students
| Measure | Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School Washburn, Illinois | Sowers Elementary School Roanoke, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #811 of 2,303 | #451 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #24690 of 50,301 | #16010 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 157 | 161 |
| Enrollment | 157 | 161 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.1% | 22.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| city | Washburn | Roanoke |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sowers Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.2 vs 50.7).
- •Sowers Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Sowers Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.4% vs 56.1%).
- •Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.4).
- •Sowers Elementary School is the larger school with 161 students compared with 157.
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 Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School better than Sowers Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Sowers Elementary School ranks higher (63.2 vs 50.7 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 Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School and Sowers Elementary School?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Washburn and Roanoke in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School: 157. Sowers Elementary School: 161. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School and Sowers Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Lowpoint-Washburn Elem School is 811th of 2,303 and Sowers Elementary School is 451st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).