North Mac Elementary vs Sherwood Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 338 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Mac Elementary
Virden · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
342 students
Sherwood Elem School
Highland Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
342 students
| Measure | North Mac Elementary Virden, Illinois | Sherwood Elem School Highland Park, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #492 of 2,303 | #593 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #17446 of 50,301 | #20026 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 342 | 342 |
| Enrollment | 342 | 342 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.1% | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 9.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 44% |
| Math proficiency | – | 50% |
| city | Virden | Highland Park |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Mac Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.1 vs 57.4).
- •Sherwood Elem School does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 13.2).
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 Mac Elementary better than Sherwood Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), North Mac Elementary ranks higher (61.1 vs 57.4 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 Mac Elementary and Sherwood Elem School?
About 338 km in a straight line, between Virden and Highland Park in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Mac Elementary: 342. Sherwood Elem School: 342. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Mac Elementary and Sherwood Elem School rank in Illinois?
North Mac Elementary is 492nd of 2,303 and Sherwood Elem School is 593rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).