McGaughey Elem School vs Mt Zion Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McGaughey Elem School
Mount Zion · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
371 students
Mt Zion Elem School
Mount Zion · Public elementary · Grades 2–3
359 students
| Measure | McGaughey Elem School Mount Zion, Illinois | Mt Zion Elem School Mount Zion, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #683 of 2,303 | #671 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #22024 of 50,301 | #21818 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–1 | Grades 2–3 |
| Students | 371 | 359 |
| Enrollment | 371 | 359 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.8% | 30.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 57% |
| city | Mount Zion | Mount Zion |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (54.5 vs 54.8).
- •Mt Zion Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.1% vs 38.8%).
- •Mt Zion Elem School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 17.7).
- •McGaughey Elem School is the larger school with 371 students compared with 359.
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 McGaughey Elem School better than Mt Zion Elem School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are McGaughey Elem School and Mt Zion Elem School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Mount Zion and Mount Zion in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McGaughey Elem School: 371. Mt Zion Elem School: 359. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McGaughey Elem School and Mt Zion Elem School rank in Illinois?
McGaughey Elem School is 683rd of 2,303 and Mt Zion Elem School is 671st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).