Apollo Elem School vs Lara Elem Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 266 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Apollo Elem School
Aledo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
362 students
Lara Elem Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
362 students
| Measure | Apollo Elem School Aledo, Illinois | Lara Elem Academy Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1099 of 2,303 | #1823 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #31911 of 50,301 | #44289 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 362 | 362 |
| Enrollment | 362 | 362 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.7% | 91.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 10.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 17% |
| city | Aledo | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Apollo Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.0 vs 20.9).
- •Apollo Elem School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Apollo Elem School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Apollo Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.7% vs 91.4%).
- •Lara Elem Academy does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 12.5).
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 Apollo Elem School better than Lara Elem Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Apollo Elem School ranks higher (40.0 vs 20.9 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 Apollo Elem School and Lara Elem Academy?
About 266 km in a straight line, between Aledo and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Apollo Elem School: 362. Lara Elem Academy: 362. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Apollo Elem School and Lara Elem Academy rank in Illinois?
Apollo Elem School is 1099th of 2,303 and Lara Elem Academy is 1823rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).