Mitchell Elementary School vs Wilson Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mitchell Elementary School
Granite City · Public elementary · Grades 3–4
413 students
Wilson Elem School
Granite City · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
448 students
| Measure | Mitchell Elementary School Granite City, Illinois | Wilson Elem School Granite City, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1859 of 2,303 | #1189 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #44844 of 50,301 | #33708 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–4 | Grades 1–2 |
| Students | 413 | 448 |
| Enrollment | 413 | 448 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.5% | 77.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | – |
| city | Granite City | Granite City |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.5 vs 20.0).
- •Mitchell Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.5% vs 77.5%).
- •Mitchell Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 14.9).
- •Wilson Elem School is the larger school with 448 students compared with 413.
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 Mitchell Elementary School better than Wilson Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Wilson Elem School ranks higher (37.5 vs 20.0 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 Mitchell Elementary School and Wilson Elem School?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Granite City and Granite City in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mitchell Elementary School: 413. Wilson Elem School: 448. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mitchell Elementary School and Wilson Elem School rank in Illinois?
Mitchell Elementary School is 1859th of 2,303 and Wilson Elem School is 1189th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).