A J Katzenmaier Academy vs Evelyn Alexander School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 2.2 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
Evelyn Alexander School
North Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–3
354 students
| Measure | A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago, Illinois | Evelyn Alexander School North Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2256 of 2,303 | #2097 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #49545 of 50,301 | #47572 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 387 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 387 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 98.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 7.5% |
| city | North Chicago | North Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Evelyn Alexander School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.1 vs 9.6).
- •A J Katzenmaier Academy does better on math proficiency (9% vs 7.5%).
- •A J Katzenmaier Academy does better on reading proficiency (10% vs 7.5%).
- •Evelyn Alexander School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.3% vs 99.5%).
- •Evelyn Alexander School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.9).
- •A J Katzenmaier Academy is the larger school with 387 students compared with 354.
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 Evelyn Alexander School?
On the Success Index (US), Evelyn Alexander School ranks higher (15.1 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 Evelyn Alexander School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between North Chicago and North Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A J Katzenmaier Academy: 387. Evelyn Alexander School: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A J Katzenmaier Academy and Evelyn Alexander School rank in Illinois?
A J Katzenmaier Academy is 2256th of 2,303 and Evelyn Alexander School is 2097th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).