Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem vs Lewis Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
452 students
Lewis Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
427 students
| Measure | Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem Chicago, Illinois | Lewis Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2157 of 2,303 | #2123 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48198 of 50,301 | #47832 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 452 | 427 |
| Enrollment | 452 | 427 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94% | 97.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 4% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 3% | 10% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (13.7 vs 14.6).
- •Lewis Elem School does better on math proficiency (10% vs 3%).
- •Lewis Elem School does better on reading proficiency (14% vs 4%).
- •Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94% vs 97.4%).
- •Lewis Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.3).
- •Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem is the larger school with 452 students compared with 427.
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 Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem better than Lewis 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 Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem and Lewis Elem School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem: 452. Lewis Elem School: 427. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem and Lewis Elem School rank in Illinois?
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem is 2157th of 2,303 and Lewis Elem School is 2123rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).