Burnham Elem School vs Grissom Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 2.5 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
Grissom Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
287 students
| Measure | Burnham Elem School Burnham, Illinois | Grissom Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2205 of 2,303 | #1468 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48827 of 50,301 | #38686 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 141 | 287 |
| Enrollment | 141 | 287 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95% | 76.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 32% |
| city | Burnham | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Grissom Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.8 vs 12.1).
- •Grissom Elem School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 7.5%).
- •Grissom Elem School does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 12%).
- •Grissom Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.7% vs 95%).
- •Grissom Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.1).
- •Grissom Elem School is the larger school with 287 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 Grissom Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Grissom Elem School ranks higher (29.8 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 Grissom Elem School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Burnham and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burnham Elem School: 141. Grissom Elem School: 287. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burnham Elem School and Grissom Elem School rank in Illinois?
Burnham Elem School is 2205th of 2,303 and Grissom Elem School is 1468th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).