Burnham Elem School vs Clay 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.
Burnham Elem School
Burnham · Public elementary · Grades K–8
141 students
Clay Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
578 students
| Measure | Burnham Elem School Burnham, Illinois | Clay Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2205 of 2,303 | #2024 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48827 of 50,301 | #46749 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 141 | 578 |
| Enrollment | 141 | 578 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95% | 82.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 16% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 13% |
| city | Burnham | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clay Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.7 vs 12.1).
- •Clay Elem School does better on math proficiency (13% vs 7.5%).
- •Clay Elem School does better on reading proficiency (16% vs 12%).
- •Clay Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.4% vs 95%).
- •Burnham Elem School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.5).
- •Clay Elem School is the larger school with 578 students compared with 141.
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 Burnham Elem School better than Clay Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Clay Elem School ranks higher (16.7 vs 12.1 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 Burnham Elem School and Clay Elem School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Burnham and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burnham Elem School: 141. Clay Elem School: 578. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burnham Elem School and Clay Elem School rank in Illinois?
Burnham Elem School is 2205th of 2,303 and Clay Elem School is 2024th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).