Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch vs Washington Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 860 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
216 students
Washington Middle School
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
516 students
| Measure | Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch Springfield, Illinois | Washington Middle School Springfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1737 of 2,303 | #592 of 670 |
| National rank | #43024 of 50,301 | #13645 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 216 | 516 |
| Enrollment | 216 | 516 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.3% | 79.8% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 8% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.9 vs 20.8).
- •Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch does better on math proficiency (22% vs 8%).
- •Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •Washington Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.8% vs 83.3%).
- •Washington Middle School is the larger school with 516 students compared with 216.
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 Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch better than Washington Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch ranks higher (22.9 vs 20.8 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 Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch and Washington Middle School?
About 860 m in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch: 216. Washington Middle School: 516. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch and Washington Middle School rank in Illinois?
Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch is 1737th of 2,303 and Washington Middle School is 592nd of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).