American Dreamer STEM Academy vs Hope Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 5.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
American Dreamer STEM Academy
Decatur · Public elementary · Grades K–8
423 students
Hope Academy
Decatur · Public elementary · Grades K–8
501 students
| Measure | American Dreamer STEM Academy Decatur, Illinois | Hope Academy Decatur, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2207 of 2,303 | #2190 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48890 of 50,301 | #48679 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 423 | 501 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 501 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.1% | 93.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 4% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| city | Decatur | Decatur |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (11.9 vs 12.5).
- •American Dreamer STEM Academy does better on math proficiency (2.5% vs 0.5%).
- •American Dreamer STEM Academy does better on reading proficiency (7.5% vs 4%).
- •American Dreamer STEM Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.1% vs 93.8%).
- •Hope Academy does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.1).
- •Hope Academy is the larger school with 501 students compared with 423.
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 American Dreamer STEM Academy better than Hope Academy?
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 American Dreamer STEM Academy and Hope Academy?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Decatur and Decatur in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American Dreamer STEM Academy: 423. Hope Academy: 501. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American Dreamer STEM Academy and Hope Academy rank in Illinois?
American Dreamer STEM Academy is 2207th of 2,303 and Hope Academy is 2190th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).