Burke Elem School vs Crab Orchard Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 464 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
Crab Orchard Elementary School
Marion · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
323 students
| Measure | Burke Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Crab Orchard Elementary School Marion, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2158 of 2,303 | #1282 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48199 of 50,301 | #35373 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 323 | 323 |
| Enrollment | 323 | 323 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96% | 20.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 2% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 19% |
| city | Chicago | Marion |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Crab Orchard Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.8 vs 13.7).
- •Crab Orchard Elementary School does better on math proficiency (19% vs 4%).
- •Crab Orchard Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 2%).
- •Crab Orchard Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.1% vs 96%).
- •Burke Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 15.4).
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 Burke Elem School better than Crab Orchard Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Crab Orchard Elementary School ranks higher (34.8 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 Crab Orchard Elementary School?
About 464 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Marion in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burke Elem School: 323. Crab Orchard Elementary School: 323. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burke Elem School and Crab Orchard Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Burke Elem School is 2158th of 2,303 and Crab Orchard Elementary School is 1282nd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).