A J Katzenmaier Academy vs Neal Math Science Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 648 m 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
Neal Math Science Academy
North Chicago · Public middle · Grades 6–8
601 students
| Measure | A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago, Illinois | Neal Math Science Academy North Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2256 of 2,303 | #662 of 670 |
| National rank | #49545 of 50,301 | #15167 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 387 | 601 |
| Enrollment | 387 | 601 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 98.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 8% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 5% |
| city | North Chicago | North Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (9.6 vs 9.1).
- •A J Katzenmaier Academy does better on math proficiency (9% vs 5%).
- •A J Katzenmaier Academy does better on reading proficiency (10% vs 8%).
- •Neal Math Science Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.8% vs 99.5%).
- •A J Katzenmaier Academy does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.4).
- •Neal Math Science Academy is the larger school with 601 students compared with 387.
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 Neal Math Science Academy?
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 A J Katzenmaier Academy and Neal Math Science Academy?
About 648 m in a straight line, between North Chicago and North Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A J Katzenmaier Academy: 387. Neal Math Science Academy: 601. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A J Katzenmaier Academy and Neal Math Science Academy rank in Illinois?
A J Katzenmaier Academy is 2256th of 2,303 and Neal Math Science Academy is 662nd of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).