Bennett Elem School vs Cullen Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bennett Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
312 students
Cullen Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–8
176 students
| Measure | Bennett Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Cullen Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2061 of 2,303 | #2130 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47227 of 50,301 | #47907 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 312 | 176 |
| Enrollment | 312 | 176 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.4% | 97.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bennett Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.8 vs 14.4).
- •Bennett Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.4% vs 97.2%).
- •Cullen Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 14.9).
- •Bennett Elem School is the larger school with 312 students compared with 176.
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 Bennett Elem School better than Cullen Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Bennett Elem School ranks higher (15.8 vs 14.4 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 Bennett Elem School and Cullen Elem School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bennett Elem School: 312. Cullen Elem School: 176. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bennett Elem School and Cullen Elem School rank in Illinois?
Bennett Elem School is 2061st of 2,303 and Cullen Elem School is 2130th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).