Academy for Global Citizenship vs Hearst Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 546 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy for Global Citizenship
Chicago · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
486 students
Hearst Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
285 students
| Measure | Academy for Global Citizenship Chicago, Illinois | Hearst Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1700 of 2,303 | #1774 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #42401 of 50,301 | #43645 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 486 | 285 |
| Enrollment | 486 | 285 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.6% | 84.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 8.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 13% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Academy for Global Citizenship scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.8 vs 21.9).
- •Hearst Elem School does better on math proficiency (13% vs 12%).
- •Academy for Global Citizenship does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.6% vs 84.6%).
- •Hearst Elem School does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 13.9).
- •Academy for Global Citizenship is the larger school with 486 students compared with 285.
- •Academy for Global Citizenship is a charter school while Hearst Elem School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Academy for Global Citizenship better than Hearst Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Academy for Global Citizenship ranks higher (23.8 vs 21.9 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 Academy for Global Citizenship and Hearst Elem School?
About 546 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy for Global Citizenship: 486. Hearst Elem School: 285. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy for Global Citizenship and Hearst Elem School rank in Illinois?
Academy for Global Citizenship is 1700th of 2,303 and Hearst Elem School is 1774th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).