Burke Elem School vs Carter Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burke Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
323 students
Carter Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
279 students
| Measure | Burke Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Carter Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2158 of 2,303 | #2086 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48199 of 50,301 | #47470 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 323 | 279 |
| Enrollment | 323 | 279 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96% | 70.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 2% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 12% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carter Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.3 vs 13.7).
- •Carter Elem School does better on math proficiency (12% vs 4%).
- •Carter Elem School does better on reading proficiency (14% vs 2%).
- •Carter Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.6% vs 96%).
- •Burke Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 17.4).
- •Burke Elem School is the larger school with 323 students compared with 279.
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 Burke Elem School better than Carter Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Carter Elem School ranks higher (15.3 vs 13.7 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 Burke Elem School and Carter Elem School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burke Elem School: 323. Carter Elem School: 279. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burke Elem School and Carter Elem School rank in Illinois?
Burke Elem School is 2158th of 2,303 and Carter Elem School is 2086th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).