Belle Aire Elem School vs Highland Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 906 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Belle Aire Elem School
Downers Grove · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
276 students
Highland Elem School
Downers Grove · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
352 students
| Measure | Belle Aire Elem School Downers Grove, Illinois | Highland Elem School Downers Grove, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #906 of 2,303 | #916 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #27007 of 50,301 | #27296 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 276 | 352 |
| Enrollment | 276 | 352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 44% |
| city | Downers Grove | Downers Grove |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (47.2 vs 46.8).
- •Belle Aire Elem School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 44%).
- •Highland Elem School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 47%).
- •Belle Aire Elem School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.8).
- •Highland Elem School is the larger school with 352 students compared with 276.
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 Belle Aire Elem School better than Highland 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 Belle Aire Elem School and Highland Elem School?
About 906 m in a straight line, between Downers Grove and Downers Grove in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Belle Aire Elem School: 276. Highland Elem School: 352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Belle Aire Elem School and Highland Elem School rank in Illinois?
Belle Aire Elem School is 906th of 2,303 and Highland Elem School is 916th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).