Pontiac Jr High School vs Washington Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 135 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pontiac Jr High School
Pontiac · Public middle · Grades 6–8
326 students
Washington Elem School
Pontiac · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
221 students
| Measure | Pontiac Jr High School Pontiac, Illinois | Washington Elem School Pontiac, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #476 of 670 | #1307 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #11699 of 15,369 | #35828 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 326 | 221 |
| Enrollment | 326 | 221 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50% | 52% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 14% |
| city | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.2 vs 31.2).
- •Pontiac Jr High School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 14%).
- •Washington Elem School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •Pontiac Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50% vs 52%).
- •Washington Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 11.6).
- •Pontiac Jr High School is the larger school with 326 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 Jr High School better than Washington Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elem School ranks higher (34.2 vs 31.2 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 Jr High School and Washington Elem School?
About 135 m in a straight line, between Pontiac and Pontiac in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pontiac Jr High School: 326. Washington Elem School: 221. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pontiac Jr High School and Washington Elem School rank in Illinois?
Pontiac Jr High School is 476th of 670 and Washington Elem School is 1307th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).