Aldridge Elem School vs James R Doolittle Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 19 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aldridge Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
257 students
James R Doolittle Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
257 students
| Measure | Aldridge Elem School Chicago, Illinois | James R Doolittle Academy Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2149 of 2,303 | #2038 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48090 of 50,301 | #46970 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 257 | 257 |
| Enrollment | 257 | 257 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93% | 84.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 2.5% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 2.5% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James R Doolittle Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.3 vs 14.0).
- •Aldridge Elem School does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 2.5%).
- •Aldridge Elem School does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 2.5%).
- •James R Doolittle Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.8% vs 93%).
- •James R Doolittle Academy does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.5).
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 Aldridge Elem School better than James R Doolittle Academy?
On the Success Index (US), James R Doolittle Academy ranks higher (16.3 vs 14.0 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 Aldridge Elem School and James R Doolittle Academy?
About 19 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aldridge Elem School: 257. James R Doolittle Academy: 257. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aldridge Elem School and James R Doolittle Academy rank in Illinois?
Aldridge Elem School is 2149th of 2,303 and James R Doolittle Academy is 2038th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).