Bennett Elem School vs Gordon School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 10 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
Gordon School
Posen · Public elementary · Grades K–3
312 students
| Measure | Bennett Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Gordon School Posen, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2061 of 2,303 | #1612 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47227 of 50,301 | #41205 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 312 | 312 |
| Enrollment | 312 | 312 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.4% | 88.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 27% |
| city | Chicago | Posen |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gordon School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.8 vs 15.8).
- •Gordon School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 12%).
- •Gordon School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 12%).
- •Bennett Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.4% vs 88.5%).
- •Gordon School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.9).
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 Gordon School?
On the Success Index (US), Gordon School ranks higher (25.8 vs 15.8 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 Gordon School?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Posen in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bennett Elem School: 312. Gordon School: 312. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bennett Elem School and Gordon School rank in Illinois?
Bennett Elem School is 2061st of 2,303 and Gordon School is 1612th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).