Brownell Elem School vs Deneen Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brownell Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
165 students
Deneen Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
451 students
| Measure | Brownell Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Deneen Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2033 of 2,303 | #2066 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #46901 of 50,301 | #47239 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 165 | 451 |
| Enrollment | 165 | 451 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.5% | 92.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 6% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (16.4 vs 15.8).
- •Deneen Elem School does better on math proficiency (6% vs 2.5%).
- •Brownell Elem School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 10%).
- •Brownell Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.5% vs 92.2%).
- •Deneen Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 12.7).
- •Deneen Elem School is the larger school with 451 students compared with 165.
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 Brownell Elem School better than Deneen 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 Brownell Elem School and Deneen Elem School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brownell Elem School: 165. Deneen Elem School: 451. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brownell Elem School and Deneen Elem School rank in Illinois?
Brownell Elem School is 2033rd of 2,303 and Deneen Elem School is 2066th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).