Alcott Elem School vs Elmwood Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alcott Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
567 students
Elmwood Elem School
Elmwood Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
567 students
| Measure | Alcott Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Elmwood Elem School Elmwood Park, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #125 of 2,303 | #1000 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #5524 of 50,301 | #29320 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 567 | 567 |
| Enrollment | 567 | 567 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.9% | 57.8% |
| Students per teacher | – | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 34% |
| city | Chicago | Elmwood Park |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alcott Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.0 vs 43.9).
- •Alcott Elem School does better on math proficiency (64% vs 34%).
- •Alcott Elem School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 44%).
- •Alcott Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.9% vs 57.8%).
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 Elem School better than Elmwood Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Alcott Elem School ranks higher (79.0 vs 43.9 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 Elem School and Elmwood Elem School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Elmwood Park in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alcott Elem School: 567. Elmwood Elem School: 567. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alcott Elem School and Elmwood Elem School rank in Illinois?
Alcott Elem School is 125th of 2,303 and Elmwood Elem School is 1000th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).