Bennett Elem School vs Smith W Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 996 m 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
Smith W Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
340 students
| Measure | Bennett Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Smith W Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2061 of 2,303 | #2029 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47227 of 50,301 | #46787 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 312 | 340 |
| Enrollment | 312 | 340 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.4% | 95.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 8% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 5% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (15.8 vs 16.7).
- •Bennett Elem School does better on math proficiency (12% vs 5%).
- •Bennett Elem School does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 8%).
- •Bennett Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.4% vs 95.3%).
- •Smith W Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 14.9).
- •Smith W Elem School is the larger school with 340 students compared with 312.
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 Smith W 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 Bennett Elem School and Smith W Elem School?
About 996 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bennett Elem School: 312. Smith W Elem School: 340. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bennett Elem School and Smith W Elem School rank in Illinois?
Bennett Elem School is 2061st of 2,303 and Smith W Elem School is 2029th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).