Alcott Elem School vs Mayer Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.2 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
Mayer Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
707 students
| Measure | Alcott Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Mayer Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #125 of 2,303 | #119 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #5524 of 50,301 | #5373 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 567 | 707 |
| Enrollment | 567 | 707 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.9% | 8.8% |
| Students per teacher | – | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 62% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.0 vs 79.3).
- •Alcott Elem School does better on math proficiency (64% vs 62%).
- •Mayer Elem School does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 59%).
- •Mayer Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.8% vs 12.9%).
- •Mayer Elem School is the larger school with 707 students compared with 567.
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 Mayer Elem School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alcott Elem School and Mayer Elem School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alcott Elem School: 567. Mayer Elem School: 707. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alcott Elem School and Mayer Elem School rank in Illinois?
Alcott Elem School is 125th of 2,303 and Mayer Elem School is 119th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).