Burke Elem School vs Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 565 m 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
Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
538 students
| Measure | Burke Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2158 of 2,303 | #655 of 691 |
| National rank | #48199 of 50,301 | #16586 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 323 | 538 |
| Enrollment | 323 | 538 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96% | 83.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 2% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 2.5% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Burke Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.7 vs 10.2).
- •Burke Elem School does better on math proficiency (4% vs 2.5%).
- •Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts does better on reading proficiency (7.5% vs 2%).
- •Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.1% vs 96%).
- •Burke Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 17.4).
- •Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts is the larger school with 538 students compared with 323.
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 Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Burke Elem School ranks higher (13.7 vs 10.2 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 Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts?
About 565 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burke Elem School: 323. Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts: 538. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burke Elem School and Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts rank in Illinois?
Burke Elem School is 2158th of 2,303 and Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts is 655th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).