Parrish Elem School vs Pleasantdale Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 461 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parrish Elem School
Carbondale · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
466 students
Pleasantdale Elementary School
La Grange · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
466 students
| Measure | Parrish Elem School Carbondale, Illinois | Pleasantdale Elementary School La Grange, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #1245 of 2,303 | #102 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #34775 of 50,301 | #4790 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–1 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 466 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.4% | 17% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 57% |
| Math proficiency | – | 72% |
| city | Carbondale | La Grange |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pleasantdale Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.4 vs 35.8).
- •Pleasantdale Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17% vs 79.4%).
- •Pleasantdale Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 15.0).
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 Parrish Elem School better than Pleasantdale Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Pleasantdale Elementary School ranks higher (80.4 vs 35.8 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 Parrish Elem School and Pleasantdale Elementary School?
About 461 km in a straight line, between Carbondale and La Grange in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parrish Elem School: 466. Pleasantdale Elementary School: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parrish Elem School and Pleasantdale Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Parrish Elem School is 1245th of 2,303 and Pleasantdale Elementary School is 102nd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).