South Elem School vs West School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Elem School
Glencoe · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
413 students
West School
Glencoe · Public elementary · Grades 3–4
252 students
| Measure | South Elem School Glencoe, Illinois | West School Glencoe, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #609 of 2,303 | #116 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #20362 of 50,301 | #5278 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–4 |
| Students | 413 | 252 |
| Enrollment | 413 | 252 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 65% |
| Math proficiency | – | 76% |
| city | Glencoe | Glencoe |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.5 vs 56.9).
- •West School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 14.2).
- •South Elem School is the larger school with 413 students compared with 252.
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 School?
On the Success Index (US), West School ranks higher (79.5 vs 56.9 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 South Elem School and West School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Glencoe and Glencoe in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Elem School: 413. West School: 252. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Elem School and West School rank in Illinois?
South Elem School is 609th of 2,303 and West School is 116th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).