Southeast Elem School vs West Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Southeast Elem School
Sycamore · Public elementary · Grades K–5
300 students
West Elem School
Sycamore · Public elementary · Grades K–5
270 students
| Measure | Southeast Elem School Sycamore, Illinois | West Elem School Sycamore, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #857 of 2,303 | #1088 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #25657 of 50,301 | #31492 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 300 | 270 |
| Enrollment | 300 | 270 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.7% | 60% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 32% |
| city | Sycamore | Sycamore |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southeast Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.3 vs 40.7).
- •Southeast Elem School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 32%).
- •Southeast Elem School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •Southeast Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.7% vs 60%).
- •West Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 12.5).
- •Southeast Elem School is the larger school with 300 students compared with 270.
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 Southeast Elem School better than West Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Southeast Elem School ranks higher (49.3 vs 40.7 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 Southeast Elem School and West Elem School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Sycamore and Sycamore in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Southeast Elem School: 300. West Elem School: 270. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Southeast Elem School and West Elem School rank in Illinois?
Southeast Elem School is 857th of 2,303 and West Elem School is 1088th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).