Brown R Elem Community Acad vs Carter Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brown R Elem Community Acad
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
279 students
Carter Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
279 students
| Measure | Brown R Elem Community Acad Chicago, Illinois | Carter Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1814 of 2,303 | #2086 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #44147 of 50,301 | #47470 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 279 | 279 |
| Enrollment | 279 | 279 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.5% | 70.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brown R Elem Community Acad scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.1 vs 15.3).
- •Brown R Elem Community Acad does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 14%).
- •Carter Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.6% vs 97.5%).
- •Brown R Elem Community Acad does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 17.4).
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 Brown R Elem Community Acad better than Carter Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Brown R Elem Community Acad ranks higher (21.1 vs 15.3 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 Brown R Elem Community Acad and Carter Elem School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brown R Elem Community Acad: 279. Carter Elem School: 279. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brown R Elem Community Acad and Carter Elem School rank in Illinois?
Brown R Elem Community Acad is 1814th of 2,303 and Carter Elem School is 2086th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).