Pontiac High School vs Washington Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 612 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pontiac High School
Pontiac · Public high · Grades 9–12
658 students
Washington Elem School
Pontiac · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
221 students
| Measure | Pontiac High School Pontiac, Illinois | Washington Elem School Pontiac, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #320 of 691 | #1307 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #11753 of 16,910 | #35828 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 658 | 221 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 221 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.9% | 52% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 14% |
| city | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pontiac High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.9 vs 34.2).
- •Pontiac High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 14%).
- •Washington Elem School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Pontiac High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.9% vs 52%).
- •Washington Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 13.2).
- •Pontiac High School is the larger school with 658 students compared with 221.
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 Pontiac High School better than Washington Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Pontiac High School ranks higher (36.9 vs 34.2 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 Pontiac High School and Washington Elem School?
About 612 m in a straight line, between Pontiac and Pontiac in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pontiac High School: 658. Washington Elem School: 221. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pontiac High School and Washington Elem School rank in Illinois?
Pontiac High School is 320th of 691 and Washington Elem School is 1307th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).