Brentwood Elem School vs Countryside Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 24 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brentwood Elem School
Des Plaines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
375 students
Countryside Elem School
Barrington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
375 students
| Measure | Brentwood Elem School Des Plaines, Illinois | Countryside Elem School Barrington, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1218 of 2,303 | #163 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #34237 of 50,301 | #6864 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 375 | 375 |
| Enrollment | 375 | 375 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.7% | 12.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 52% |
| city | Des Plaines | Barrington |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Countryside Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.7 vs 36.6).
- •Countryside Elem School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 22%).
- •Countryside Elem School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 32%).
- •Countryside Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.5% vs 55.7%).
- •Countryside Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 10.7).
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 Brentwood Elem School better than Countryside Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Countryside Elem School ranks higher (76.7 vs 36.6 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 Brentwood Elem School and Countryside Elem School?
About 24 km in a straight line, between Des Plaines and Barrington in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brentwood Elem School: 375. Countryside Elem School: 375. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brentwood Elem School and Countryside Elem School rank in Illinois?
Brentwood Elem School is 1218th of 2,303 and Countryside Elem School is 163rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).