Bell Elem School vs Jahn Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bell Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–8
902 students
Jahn Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
360 students
| Measure | Bell Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Jahn Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #205 of 2,303 | #1180 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #8493 of 50,301 | #33508 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 902 | 360 |
| Enrollment | 902 | 360 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.1% | 48.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 17% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bell Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.1 vs 37.7).
- •Bell Elem School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 17%).
- •Bell Elem School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 32%).
- •Bell Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.1% vs 48.3%).
- •Jahn Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 14.8).
- •Bell Elem School is the larger school with 902 students compared with 360.
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 Bell Elem School better than Jahn Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Bell Elem School ranks higher (74.1 vs 37.7 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 Bell Elem School and Jahn Elem School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bell Elem School: 902. Jahn Elem School: 360. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bell Elem School and Jahn Elem School rank in Illinois?
Bell Elem School is 205th of 2,303 and Jahn Elem School is 1180th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).