Amundsen High School vs Chappell Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 273 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amundsen High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,507 students
Chappell Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
598 students
| Measure | Amundsen High School Chicago, Illinois | Chappell Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #266 of 691 | #682 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #10910 of 16,910 | #21995 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,507 | 598 |
| Enrollment | 1,507 | 598 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.2% | 31.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 38% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chappell Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.5 vs 40.2).
- •Chappell Elem School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 32%).
- •Chappell Elem School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 26%).
- •Chappell Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.1% vs 37.2%).
- •Chappell Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.9).
- •Amundsen High School is the larger school with 1,507 students compared with 598.
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 Amundsen High School better than Chappell Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Chappell Elem School ranks higher (54.5 vs 40.2 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 Amundsen High School and Chappell Elem School?
About 273 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amundsen High School: 1,507. Chappell Elem School: 598. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amundsen High School and Chappell Elem School rank in Illinois?
Amundsen High School is 266th of 691 and Chappell Elem School is 682nd of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).