Riverdale PreSchool Center vs Washington Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riverdale PreSchool Center
Rock Falls · Public other · Grades PK–PK
145 students
Washington Elem School
Sterling · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
394 students
| Measure | Riverdale PreSchool Center Rock Falls, Illinois | Washington Elem School Sterling, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #1242 of 2,303 |
| National rank | – | #34721 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–PK | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 145 | 394 |
| Enrollment | 145 | 394 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 60.9% |
| Students per teacher | 29.0 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 38% |
| Math proficiency | – | 20% |
| city | Rock Falls | Sterling |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 29.0).
- •Washington Elem School is the larger school with 394 students compared with 145.
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 Riverdale PreSchool Center better than Washington Elem School?
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 Riverdale PreSchool Center and Washington Elem School?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Rock Falls and Sterling in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Riverdale PreSchool Center: 145. Washington Elem School: 394. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Riverdale PreSchool Center and Washington Elem School rank in Illinois?
Riverdale PreSchool Center is unranked and Washington Elem School is 1242nd of 2,303 among other schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).