Riverdale School vs Washington Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 542 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riverdale School
Riverdale · Public elementary · Grades K–4
137 students
Washington Elem School
Riverdale · Public elementary · Grades K–6
282 students
| Measure | Riverdale School Riverdale, Illinois | Washington Elem School Riverdale, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2221 of 2,303 | #2236 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #49107 of 50,301 | #49320 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 137 | 282 |
| Enrollment | 137 | 282 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 2.5% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 2.5% |
| city | Riverdale | Riverdale |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (11.3 vs 10.6).
- •Riverdale School does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 2.5%).
- •Washington Elem School does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 2.5%).
- •Riverdale School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.3% vs 99.6%).
- •Riverdale School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.1).
- •Washington Elem School is the larger school with 282 students compared with 137.
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 School 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 School and Washington Elem School?
About 542 m in a straight line, between Riverdale and Riverdale in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Riverdale School: 137. Washington Elem School: 282. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Riverdale School and Washington Elem School rank in Illinois?
Riverdale School is 2221st of 2,303 and Washington Elem School is 2236th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).