Black Magnet Elem School vs Elmwood Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 82 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Black Magnet Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–8
336 students
Elmwood Elem School
Zion · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
336 students
| Measure | Black Magnet Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Elmwood Elem School Zion, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1729 of 2,303 | #2112 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #42918 of 50,301 | #47685 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 336 | 336 |
| Enrollment | 336 | 336 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.5% | 87.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| city | Chicago | Zion |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Black Magnet Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.0 vs 14.9).
- •Elmwood Elem School does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 18%).
- •Black Magnet Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.5% vs 87.5%).
- •Black Magnet Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 16.0).
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 Black Magnet Elem School better than Elmwood Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Black Magnet Elem School ranks higher (23.0 vs 14.9 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 Black Magnet Elem School and Elmwood Elem School?
About 82 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Zion in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Black Magnet Elem School: 336. Elmwood Elem School: 336. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Black Magnet Elem School and Elmwood Elem School rank in Illinois?
Black Magnet Elem School is 1729th of 2,303 and Elmwood Elem School is 2112th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).