Main Street Elementary School vs Willard Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 291 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Main Street Elementary School
Shelbyville · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
370 students
Willard Elem School
South Elgin · Public elementary · Grades K–6
370 students
| Measure | Main Street Elementary School Shelbyville, Illinois | Willard Elem School South Elgin, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #602 of 2,303 | #1680 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #20214 of 50,301 | #42103 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–3 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 370 | 370 |
| Enrollment | 370 | 370 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.6% | 55.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 17% |
| city | Shelbyville | South Elgin |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Main Street Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.1 vs 24.4).
- •Main Street Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 17%).
- •Main Street Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 22%).
- •Willard Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.4% vs 57.6%).
- •Main Street Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.4).
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 Main Street Elementary School better than Willard Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Main Street Elementary School ranks higher (57.1 vs 24.4 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 Main Street Elementary School and Willard Elem School?
About 291 km in a straight line, between Shelbyville and South Elgin in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Main Street Elementary School: 370. Willard Elem School: 370. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Main Street Elementary School and Willard Elem School rank in Illinois?
Main Street Elementary School is 602nd of 2,303 and Willard Elem School is 1680th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).