American Dreamer STEM Academy vs South Shores Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 2.7 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
South Shores Elem School
Decatur · Public elementary · Grades K–6
335 students
| Measure | American Dreamer STEM Academy Decatur, Illinois | South Shores Elem School Decatur, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2207 of 2,303 | #2273 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48890 of 50,301 | #49781 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 423 | 335 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 335 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.1% | 87.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 2.5% |
| city | Decatur | Decatur |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •American Dreamer STEM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (11.9 vs 8.7).
- •South Shores Elem School does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 7.5%).
- •South Shores Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.2% vs 89.1%).
- •American Dreamer STEM Academy does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 18.6).
- •American Dreamer STEM Academy is the larger school with 423 students compared with 335.
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 South Shores Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), American Dreamer STEM Academy ranks higher (11.9 vs 8.7 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 American Dreamer STEM Academy and South Shores Elem School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Decatur and Decatur in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American Dreamer STEM Academy: 423. South Shores Elem School: 335. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American Dreamer STEM Academy and South Shores Elem School rank in Illinois?
American Dreamer STEM Academy is 2207th of 2,303 and South Shores Elem School is 2273rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).