R K Welsh Elem School vs Summerdale Early Childhood Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
R K Welsh Elem School
Rockford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
483 students
Summerdale Early Childhood Center
Rockford · Public other · Grades PK–PK
460 students
| Measure | R K Welsh Elem School Rockford, Illinois | Summerdale Early Childhood Center Rockford, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #2282 of 2,303 | – |
| National rank | #49902 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 483 | 460 |
| Enrollment | 483 | 460 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.4% | 90% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 7% | – |
| Math proficiency | 3% | – |
| city | Rockford | Rockford |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •R K Welsh Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.4% vs 90%).
- •R K Welsh Elem School does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 23.0).
- •R K Welsh Elem School is the larger school with 483 students compared with 460.
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 R K Welsh Elem School better than Summerdale Early Childhood Center?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are R K Welsh Elem School and Summerdale Early Childhood Center?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Rockford and Rockford in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
R K Welsh Elem School: 483. Summerdale Early Childhood Center: 460. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do R K Welsh Elem School and Summerdale Early Childhood Center rank in Illinois?
R K Welsh Elem School is 2282nd of 2,303 and Summerdale Early Childhood Center is unranked among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).