A J Katzenmaier Academy vs Cumberland Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 342 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A J Katzenmaier Academy
North Chicago · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
387 students
Cumberland Elem School
Toledo · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
387 students
| Measure | A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago, Illinois | Cumberland Elem School Toledo, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2256 of 2,303 | #1076 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #49545 of 50,301 | #31124 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 387 | 387 |
| Enrollment | 387 | 387 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 26.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 27% |
| city | North Chicago | Toledo |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cumberland Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.2 vs 9.6).
- •Cumberland Elem School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 9%).
- •Cumberland Elem School does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 10%).
- •Cumberland Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.4% vs 99.5%).
- •Cumberland Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 14.9).
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 A J Katzenmaier Academy better than Cumberland Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Cumberland Elem School ranks higher (41.2 vs 9.6 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 A J Katzenmaier Academy and Cumberland Elem School?
About 342 km in a straight line, between North Chicago and Toledo in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A J Katzenmaier Academy: 387. Cumberland Elem School: 387. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A J Katzenmaier Academy and Cumberland Elem School rank in Illinois?
A J Katzenmaier Academy is 2256th of 2,303 and Cumberland Elem School is 1076th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).