Belding Elem School vs Disney II Magnet HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Belding Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
609 students
Disney II Magnet HS
Chicago · Public high · Grades 7–12
738 students
| Measure | Belding Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Disney II Magnet HS Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1330 of 2,303 | #151 of 691 |
| National rank | #36231 of 50,301 | #8471 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 609 | 738 |
| Enrollment | 609 | 738 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.6% | 46.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 8.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 31% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Disney II Magnet HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.6 vs 33.5).
- •Belding Elem School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •Disney II Magnet HS does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 22%).
- •Disney II Magnet HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 47.6%).
- •Disney II Magnet HS does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 14.5).
- •Disney II Magnet HS is the larger school with 738 students compared with 609.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Belding Elem School better than Disney II Magnet HS?
On the Success Index (US), Disney II Magnet HS ranks higher (49.6 vs 33.5 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 Belding Elem School and Disney II Magnet HS?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Belding Elem School: 609. Disney II Magnet HS: 738. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Belding Elem School and Disney II Magnet HS rank in Illinois?
Belding Elem School is 1330th of 2,303 and Disney II Magnet HS is 151st of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).