North Elem School vs West Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Elem School
Crystal Lake · Public elementary · Grades K–5
638 students
West Elem School
Crystal Lake · Public elementary · Grades K–5
520 students
| Measure | North Elem School Crystal Lake, Illinois | West Elem School Crystal Lake, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #754 of 2,303 | #391 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #23562 of 50,301 | #14366 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 638 | 520 |
| Enrollment | 638 | 520 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.3% | 28.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 57% |
| city | Crystal Lake | Crystal Lake |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.7 vs 52.3).
- •West Elem School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 45%).
- •West Elem School does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 35%).
- •West Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.7% vs 29.3%).
- •North Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.9).
- •North Elem School is the larger school with 638 students compared with 520.
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 North Elem School better than West Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), West Elem School ranks higher (65.7 vs 52.3 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 North Elem School and West Elem School?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Crystal Lake and Crystal Lake in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Elem School: 638. West Elem School: 520. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Elem School and West Elem School rank in Illinois?
North Elem School is 754th of 2,303 and West Elem School is 391st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).