Peotone Elem School vs Smith W Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 44 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Peotone Elem School
Peotone · Public elementary · Grades K–3
340 students
Smith W Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
340 students
| Measure | Peotone Elem School Peotone, Illinois | Smith W Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1029 of 2,303 | #2029 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #29982 of 50,301 | #46787 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 340 | 340 |
| Enrollment | 340 | 340 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.6% | 95.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 8% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 5% |
| city | Peotone | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Peotone Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.0 vs 16.7).
- •Peotone Elem School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 5%).
- •Peotone Elem School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 8%).
- •Peotone Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.6% vs 95.3%).
- •Smith W Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 12.1).
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 Peotone Elem School better than Smith W Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Peotone Elem School ranks higher (43.0 vs 16.7 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 Peotone Elem School and Smith W Elem School?
About 44 km in a straight line, between Peotone and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Peotone Elem School: 340. Smith W Elem School: 340. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Peotone Elem School and Smith W Elem School rank in Illinois?
Peotone Elem School is 1029th of 2,303 and Smith W Elem School is 2029th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).