South Elem School vs West Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Elem School
Crystal Lake · Public elementary · Grades K–5
390 students
West Elem School
Crystal Lake · Public elementary · Grades K–5
520 students
| Measure | South Elem School Crystal Lake, Illinois | West Elem School Crystal Lake, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #390 of 2,303 | #391 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #14294 of 50,301 | #14366 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 390 | 520 |
| Enrollment | 390 | 520 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.7% | 28.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 57% |
| city | Crystal Lake | Crystal Lake |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.8 vs 65.7).
- •West Elem School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •West Elem School does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 52%).
- •South Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.7% vs 28.7%).
- •South Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 14.9).
- •West Elem School is the larger school with 520 students compared with 390.
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 South Elem School better than West 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 South Elem School and West Elem School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Crystal Lake and Crystal Lake in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Elem School: 390. West Elem School: 520. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Elem School and West Elem School rank in Illinois?
South Elem School is 390th of 2,303 and West Elem School is 391st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).