Benjamin Middle School vs Carol Stream Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Middle School
West Chicago · Public middle · Grades 5–8
259 students
Carol Stream Elem School
Carol Stream · Public elementary · Grades K–5
396 students
| Measure | Benjamin Middle School West Chicago, Illinois | Carol Stream Elem School Carol Stream, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #73 of 670 | #753 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #2706 of 15,369 | #23528 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 259 | 396 |
| Enrollment | 259 | 396 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 61.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 42% |
| city | West Chicago | Carol Stream |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benjamin Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.1 vs 52.3).
- •Benjamin Middle School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •Benjamin Middle School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 57%).
- •Benjamin Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 14.1).
- •Carol Stream Elem School is the larger school with 396 students compared with 259.
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 Benjamin Middle School better than Carol Stream Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Benjamin Middle School ranks higher (73.1 vs 52.3 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 Benjamin Middle School and Carol Stream Elem School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between West Chicago and Carol Stream in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Middle School: 259. Carol Stream Elem School: 396. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Middle School and Carol Stream Elem School rank in Illinois?
Benjamin Middle School is 73rd of 670 and Carol Stream Elem School is 753rd of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).