R K Welsh Elem School vs West View Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary 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
West View Elem School
Rockford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
521 students
| Measure | R K Welsh Elem School Rockford, Illinois | West View Elem School Rockford, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2282 of 2,303 | #2226 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #49902 of 50,301 | #49158 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 483 | 521 |
| Enrollment | 483 | 521 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.4% | 85.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 20.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 7% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 3% | 19% |
| city | Rockford | Rockford |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West View Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (11.1 vs 7.9).
- •West View Elem School does better on math proficiency (19% vs 3%).
- •West View Elem School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 7%).
- •West View Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.8% vs 87.4%).
- •R K Welsh Elem School does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 20.8).
- •West View Elem School is the larger school with 521 students compared with 483.
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 West View Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), West View Elem School ranks higher (11.1 vs 7.9 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 R K Welsh Elem School and West View Elem School?
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. West View Elem School: 521. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do R K Welsh Elem School and West View Elem School rank in Illinois?
R K Welsh Elem School is 2282nd of 2,303 and West View Elem School is 2226th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).