Arnold W Kruse Ed Center vs John A Bannes Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arnold W Kruse Ed Center
Orland Park · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
462 students
John A Bannes Elem School
Tinley Park · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
421 students
| Measure | Arnold W Kruse Ed Center Orland Park, Illinois | John A Bannes Elem School Tinley Park, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #328 of 2,303 | #334 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #12550 of 50,301 | #12738 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 462 | 421 |
| Enrollment | 462 | 421 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.1% | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 62% |
| city | Orland Park | Tinley Park |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (68.2 vs 68.0).
- •John A Bannes Elem School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 52%).
- •Arnold W Kruse Ed Center does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 56%).
- •Arnold W Kruse Ed Center does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.2).
- •Arnold W Kruse Ed Center is the larger school with 462 students compared with 421.
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 Arnold W Kruse Ed Center better than John A Bannes Elem School?
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 Arnold W Kruse Ed Center and John A Bannes Elem School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Orland Park and Tinley Park in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arnold W Kruse Ed Center: 462. John A Bannes Elem School: 421. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arnold W Kruse Ed Center and John A Bannes Elem School rank in Illinois?
Arnold W Kruse Ed Center is 328th of 2,303 and John A Bannes Elem School is 334th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).