Peoria Heights Grade School vs William L Thompson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 222 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Peoria Heights Grade School
Peoria Heights · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
488 students
William L Thompson School
Lake Villa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
488 students
| Measure | Peoria Heights Grade School Peoria Heights, Illinois | William L Thompson School Lake Villa, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1710 of 2,303 | #783 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #42580 of 50,301 | #24093 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 488 | 488 |
| Enrollment | 488 | 488 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.2% | 31.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 37% |
| city | Peoria Heights | Lake Villa |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William L Thompson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.6 vs 23.6).
- •William L Thompson School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 10%).
- •William L Thompson School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 21%).
- •William L Thompson School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.8% vs 66.2%).
- •Peoria Heights Grade School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.9).
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 Peoria Heights Grade School better than William L Thompson School?
On the Success Index (US), William L Thompson School ranks higher (51.6 vs 23.6 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 Peoria Heights Grade School and William L Thompson School?
About 222 km in a straight line, between Peoria Heights and Lake Villa in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Peoria Heights Grade School: 488. William L Thompson School: 488. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Peoria Heights Grade School and William L Thompson School rank in Illinois?
Peoria Heights Grade School is 1710th of 2,303 and William L Thompson School is 783rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).