M L King Jr Elem School vs Washington Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 642 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
M L King Jr Elem School
Urbana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
322 students
Washington Elem School
Champaign · Public elementary · Grades K–5
265 students
| Measure | M L King Jr Elem School Urbana, Illinois | Washington Elem School Champaign, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1955 of 2,303 | #1287 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #46016 of 50,301 | #35484 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 322 | 265 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 265 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.1% | 75.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 45% |
| city | Urbana | Champaign |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.7 vs 18.1).
- •Washington Elem School does better on math proficiency (45% vs 12%).
- •Washington Elem School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 12%).
- •Washington Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.8% vs 85.1%).
- •M L King Jr Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 20.4).
- •M L King Jr Elem School is the larger school with 322 students compared with 265.
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 M L King Jr Elem School better than Washington Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elem School ranks higher (34.7 vs 18.1 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 M L King Jr Elem School and Washington Elem School?
About 642 m in a straight line, between Urbana and Champaign in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
M L King Jr Elem School: 322. Washington Elem School: 265. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do M L King Jr Elem School and Washington Elem School rank in Illinois?
M L King Jr Elem School is 1955th of 2,303 and Washington Elem School is 1287th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).