Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad vs Goethe Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 956 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
763 students
Goethe Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
711 students
| Measure | Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago, Illinois | Goethe Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1156 of 2,303 | #1171 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #33200 of 50,301 | #33361 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 763 | 711 |
| Enrollment | 763 | 711 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.9% | 42.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 28% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (38.1 vs 37.9).
- •Goethe Elem School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 25%).
- •Goethe Elem School does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 29%).
- •Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.9% vs 42.9%).
- •Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 13.7).
- •Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad is the larger school with 763 students compared with 711.
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 Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad better than Goethe 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 Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad and Goethe Elem School?
About 956 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad: 763. Goethe Elem School: 711. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad and Goethe Elem School rank in Illinois?
Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad is 1156th of 2,303 and Goethe Elem School is 1171st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).