South Jacksonville Elem School vs The Early Years
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Jacksonville Elem School
South Jacksonville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
311 students
The Early Years
Jacksonville · Public other · Grades PK–PK
247 students
| Measure | South Jacksonville Elem School South Jacksonville, Illinois | The Early Years Jacksonville, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1585 of 2,303 | – |
| National rank | #40732 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 311 | 247 |
| Enrollment | 311 | 247 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.5% | 74.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 27.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | – |
| Math proficiency | 27% | – |
| city | South Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Jacksonville Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.5% vs 74.5%).
- •South Jacksonville Elem School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 27.4).
- •South Jacksonville Elem School is the larger school with 311 students compared with 247.
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 Jacksonville Elem School better than The Early Years?
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 Jacksonville Elem School and The Early Years?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between South Jacksonville and Jacksonville in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Jacksonville Elem School: 311. The Early Years: 247. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Jacksonville Elem School and The Early Years rank in Illinois?
South Jacksonville Elem School is 1585th of 2,303 and The Early Years is unranked among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).