McClernand Elem School vs Meridian Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 301 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McClernand Elem School
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
213 students
Meridian Elementary School
Mounds · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
213 students
| Measure | McClernand Elem School Springfield, Illinois | Meridian Elementary School Mounds, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1931 of 2,303 | #1993 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #45533 of 50,301 | #46490 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 213 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.3% | 95.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 13% |
| city | Springfield | Mounds |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McClernand Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.9 vs 17.2).
- •Meridian Elementary School does better on math proficiency (13% vs 12%).
- •Meridian Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •McClernand Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.3% vs 95.3%).
- •Meridian Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 12.5).
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 McClernand Elem School better than Meridian Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), McClernand Elem School ranks higher (18.9 vs 17.2 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 McClernand Elem School and Meridian Elementary School?
About 301 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Mounds in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McClernand Elem School: 213. Meridian Elementary School: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McClernand Elem School and Meridian Elementary School rank in Illinois?
McClernand Elem School is 1931st of 2,303 and Meridian Elementary School is 1993rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).