Alcott College Prep vs Jahn Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 589 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alcott College Prep
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
373 students
Jahn Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
360 students
| Measure | Alcott College Prep Chicago, Illinois | Jahn Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #446 of 691 | #1180 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #13571 of 16,910 | #33508 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 373 | 360 |
| Enrollment | 373 | 360 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.3% | 48.3% |
| Students per teacher | 4.4 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jahn Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.7 vs 28.9).
- •Alcott College Prep does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Jahn Elem School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •Jahn Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.3% vs 74.3%).
- •Alcott College Prep does better on students per teacher (4.4 vs 10.3).
- •Alcott College Prep is the larger school with 373 students compared with 360.
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 Alcott College Prep better than Jahn Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Jahn Elem School ranks higher (37.7 vs 28.9 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 Alcott College Prep and Jahn Elem School?
About 589 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alcott College Prep: 373. Jahn Elem School: 360. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alcott College Prep and Jahn Elem School rank in Illinois?
Alcott College Prep is 446th of 691 and Jahn Elem School is 1180th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).