Riverton Elem School vs Tri-City Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riverton Elem School
Riverton · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
515 students
Tri-City Elem School
Buffalo · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
273 students
| Measure | Riverton Elem School Riverton, Illinois | Tri-City Elem School Buffalo, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1571 of 2,303 | #974 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #40540 of 50,301 | #28702 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 515 | 273 |
| Enrollment | 515 | 273 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.2% | 51.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 37% |
| city | Riverton | Buffalo |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tri-City Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.9 vs 26.8).
- •Tri-City Elem School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 16%).
- •Tri-City Elem School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 18%).
- •Tri-City Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.3% vs 60.2%).
- •Tri-City Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.6).
- •Riverton Elem School is the larger school with 515 students compared with 273.
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 Riverton Elem School better than Tri-City Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Tri-City Elem School ranks higher (44.9 vs 26.8 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 Riverton Elem School and Tri-City Elem School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Riverton and Buffalo in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Riverton Elem School: 515. Tri-City Elem School: 273. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Riverton Elem School and Tri-City Elem School rank in Illinois?
Riverton Elem School is 1571st of 2,303 and Tri-City Elem School is 974th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).