Matteson Elem School vs Rich Township High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Matteson Elem School
Matteson · Public elementary · Grades K–3
420 students
Rich Township High School
Olympia Fields · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,433 students
| Measure | Matteson Elem School Matteson, Illinois | Rich Township High School Olympia Fields, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1050 of 2,303 | #461 of 691 |
| National rank | #30310 of 50,301 | #13790 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 420 | 2,433 |
| Enrollment | 420 | 2,433 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.3% | 44.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 9% |
| city | Matteson | Olympia Fields |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Matteson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.5 vs 27.9).
- •Matteson Elem School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 9%).
- •Matteson Elem School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 10%).
- •Matteson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.3% vs 44.1%).
- •Rich Township High School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 15.0).
- •Rich Township High School is the larger school with 2,433 students compared with 420.
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 Matteson Elem School better than Rich Township High School?
On the Success Index (US), Matteson Elem School ranks higher (42.5 vs 27.9 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 Matteson Elem School and Rich Township High School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Matteson and Olympia Fields in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Matteson Elem School: 420. Rich Township High School: 2,433. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Matteson Elem School and Rich Township High School rank in Illinois?
Matteson Elem School is 1050th of 2,303 and Rich Township High School is 461st of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).