A J Katzenmaier Academy vs Passow Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 44 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
Passow Elementary School
Franklin Park · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
387 students
| Measure | A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago, Illinois | Passow Elementary School Franklin Park, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2256 of 2,303 | #555 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #49545 of 50,301 | #19005 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 387 | 387 |
| Enrollment | 387 | 387 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 64.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 58% |
| city | North Chicago | Franklin Park |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Passow Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.8 vs 9.6).
- •Passow Elementary School does better on math proficiency (58% vs 9%).
- •Passow Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 10%).
- •Passow Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.9% vs 99.5%).
- •Passow Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.1 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 Passow Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Passow Elementary School ranks higher (58.8 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 Passow Elementary School?
About 44 km in a straight line, between North Chicago and Franklin Park in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A J Katzenmaier Academy: 387. Passow Elementary School: 387. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A J Katzenmaier Academy and Passow Elementary School rank in Illinois?
A J Katzenmaier Academy is 2256th of 2,303 and Passow Elementary School is 555th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).