Brennemann Elem School vs McCutcheon Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brennemann Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
482 students
McCutcheon Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
326 students
| Measure | Brennemann Elem School Chicago, Illinois | McCutcheon Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1324 of 2,303 | #1551 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #36165 of 50,301 | #40091 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 482 | 326 |
| Enrollment | 482 | 326 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.2% | 85.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 8.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 22% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brennemann Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.6 vs 27.5).
- •Brennemann Elem School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 22%).
- •Brennemann Elem School does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 27%).
- •Brennemann Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.2% vs 85.6%).
- •McCutcheon Elem School does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 12.1).
- •Brennemann Elem School is the larger school with 482 students compared with 326.
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 Brennemann Elem School better than McCutcheon Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Brennemann Elem School ranks higher (33.6 vs 27.5 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 Brennemann Elem School and McCutcheon Elem School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brennemann Elem School: 482. McCutcheon Elem School: 326. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brennemann Elem School and McCutcheon Elem School rank in Illinois?
Brennemann Elem School is 1324th of 2,303 and McCutcheon Elem School is 1551st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).