Bright Elem School vs Washington G High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bright Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
236 students
Washington G High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,520 students
| Measure | Bright Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Washington G High School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1865 of 2,303 | #581 of 691 |
| National rank | #44875 of 50,301 | #15848 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 236 | 1,520 |
| Enrollment | 236 | 1,520 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72% | 80.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 10% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bright Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.9 vs 16.6).
- •Washington G High School does better on math proficiency (10% vs 7.5%).
- •Washington G High School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Bright Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72% vs 80.7%).
- •Bright Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 14.8).
- •Washington G High School is the larger school with 1,520 students compared with 236.
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 Bright Elem School better than Washington G High School?
On the Success Index (US), Bright Elem School ranks higher (19.9 vs 16.6 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 Bright Elem School and Washington G High School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bright Elem School: 236. Washington G High School: 1,520. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bright Elem School and Washington G High School rank in Illinois?
Bright Elem School is 1865th of 2,303 and Washington G High School is 581st of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).