Berger-Vandenberg Elem School vs Diekman Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 548 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berger-Vandenberg Elem School
Dolton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
266 students
Diekman Elem School
Dolton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
227 students
| Measure | Berger-Vandenberg Elem School Dolton, Illinois | Diekman Elem School Dolton, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 6 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2299 of 2,303 | #2295 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #50117 of 50,301 | #50054 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 266 | 227 |
| Enrollment | 266 | 227 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 97.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 7.5% |
| city | Dolton | Dolton |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (6.1 vs 6.7).
- •Berger-Vandenberg Elem School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 7.5%).
- •Diekman Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.8% vs 99.6%).
- •Diekman Elem School does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 19.0).
- •Berger-Vandenberg Elem School is the larger school with 266 students compared with 227.
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 Berger-Vandenberg Elem School better than Diekman 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 Berger-Vandenberg Elem School and Diekman Elem School?
About 548 m in a straight line, between Dolton and Dolton in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berger-Vandenberg Elem School: 266. Diekman Elem School: 227. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berger-Vandenberg Elem School and Diekman Elem School rank in Illinois?
Berger-Vandenberg Elem School is 2299th of 2,303 and Diekman Elem School is 2295th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).