Roosevelt Elem School vs Washington Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Roosevelt Elem School
Dolton · Public elementary · Grades K–6
248 students
Washington Elem School
Riverdale · Public elementary · Grades K–6
282 students
| Measure | Roosevelt Elem School Dolton, Illinois | Washington Elem School Riverdale, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2245 of 2,303 | #2236 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #49384 of 50,301 | #49320 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 248 | 282 |
| Enrollment | 248 | 282 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 2.5% |
| city | Dolton | Riverdale |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (10.3 vs 10.6).
- •Washington Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.6% vs 100%).
- •Roosevelt Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 14.1).
- •Washington Elem School is the larger school with 282 students compared with 248.
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 Roosevelt Elem 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 Roosevelt Elem School and Washington Elem School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Dolton and Riverdale in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Roosevelt Elem School: 248. Washington Elem School: 282. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Roosevelt Elem School and Washington Elem School rank in Illinois?
Roosevelt Elem School is 2245th of 2,303 and Washington Elem School is 2236th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).