North Elementary School vs West Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Elementary School
Sycamore · Public elementary · Grades K–5
309 students
West Elem School
Sycamore · Public elementary · Grades K–5
270 students
| Measure | North Elementary School Sycamore, Illinois | West Elem School Sycamore, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #672 of 2,303 | #1088 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #21820 of 50,301 | #31492 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 309 | 270 |
| Enrollment | 309 | 270 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.1% | 60% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 32% |
| city | Sycamore | Sycamore |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.8 vs 40.7).
- •North Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •North Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •North Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.1% vs 60%).
- •West Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 15.5).
- •North Elementary School is the larger school with 309 students compared with 270.
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 Elementary School better than West Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), North Elementary School ranks higher (54.8 vs 40.7 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 Elementary School and West Elem School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Sycamore and Sycamore in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Elementary School: 309. West Elem School: 270. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Elementary School and West Elem School rank in Illinois?
North Elementary School is 672nd of 2,303 and West Elem School is 1088th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).