Alcott Elem School vs Nettelhorst Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 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
Nettelhorst Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
653 students
| Measure | Alcott Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Nettelhorst Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #125 of 2,303 | #574 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #5524 of 50,301 | #19600 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 567 | 653 |
| Enrollment | 567 | 653 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.9% | 19.3% |
| Students per teacher | – | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 46% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alcott Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.0 vs 58.0).
- •Alcott Elem School does better on math proficiency (64% vs 46%).
- •Alcott Elem School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 47%).
- •Alcott Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.9% vs 19.3%).
- •Nettelhorst Elem School is the larger school with 653 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 Nettelhorst Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Alcott Elem School ranks higher (79.0 vs 58.0 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 Nettelhorst Elem School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alcott Elem School: 567. Nettelhorst Elem School: 653. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alcott Elem School and Nettelhorst Elem School rank in Illinois?
Alcott Elem School is 125th of 2,303 and Nettelhorst Elem School is 574th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).