Ludwig Elem School vs William J Butler School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ludwig Elem School
Lockport · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
321 students
William J Butler School
Lockport · Public elementary · Grades 2–4
557 students
| Measure | Ludwig Elem School Lockport, Illinois | William J Butler School Lockport, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #411 of 2,303 | #498 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #14855 of 50,301 | #17553 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades 2–4 |
| Students | 321 | 557 |
| Enrollment | 321 | 557 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.7% | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 56% |
| city | Lockport | Lockport |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ludwig Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.9 vs 61.0).
- •William J Butler School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 49%).
- •William J Butler School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 53%).
- •Ludwig Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 15.9).
- •William J Butler School is the larger school with 557 students compared with 321.
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 Ludwig Elem School better than William J Butler School?
On the Success Index (US), Ludwig Elem School ranks higher (64.9 vs 61.0 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 Ludwig Elem School and William J Butler School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Lockport and Lockport in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ludwig Elem School: 321. William J Butler School: 557. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ludwig Elem School and William J Butler School rank in Illinois?
Ludwig Elem School is 411th of 2,303 and William J Butler School is 498th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).