Black Magnet Elem School vs McDowell 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.
Black Magnet Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–8
336 students
McDowell Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
112 students
| Measure | Black Magnet Elem School Chicago, Illinois | McDowell Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1729 of 2,303 | #1071 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #42918 of 50,301 | #30888 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 336 | 112 |
| Enrollment | 336 | 112 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.5% | 79.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McDowell Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.6 vs 23.0).
- •McDowell Elem School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •McDowell Elem School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 18%).
- •Black Magnet Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.5% vs 79.5%).
- •Black Magnet Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.0).
- •Black Magnet Elem School is the larger school with 336 students compared with 112.
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 McDowell Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), McDowell Elem School ranks higher (41.6 vs 23.0 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 McDowell Elem School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Black Magnet Elem School: 336. McDowell Elem School: 112. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Black Magnet Elem School and McDowell Elem School rank in Illinois?
Black Magnet Elem School is 1729th of 2,303 and McDowell Elem School is 1071st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).