A J Katzenmaier Academy vs North Chicago Community High Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 815 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
North Chicago Community High Sch
North Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
898 students
| Measure | A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago, Illinois | North Chicago Community High Sch North Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2256 of 2,303 | #652 of 691 |
| National rank | #49545 of 50,301 | #16558 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 387 | 898 |
| Enrollment | 387 | 898 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 7.5% |
| city | North Chicago | North Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Chicago Community High Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (10.6 vs 9.6).
- •A J Katzenmaier Academy does better on math proficiency (9% vs 7.5%).
- •North Chicago Community High Sch does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 10%).
- •A J Katzenmaier Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.5% vs 99.8%).
- •A J Katzenmaier Academy does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.2).
- •North Chicago Community High Sch is the larger school with 898 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 North Chicago Community High Sch?
On the Success Index (US), North Chicago Community High Sch ranks higher (10.6 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 North Chicago Community High Sch?
About 815 m in a straight line, between North Chicago and North Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A J Katzenmaier Academy: 387. North Chicago Community High Sch: 898. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A J Katzenmaier Academy and North Chicago Community High Sch rank in Illinois?
A J Katzenmaier Academy is 2256th of 2,303 and North Chicago Community High Sch is 652nd of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).