Burnside Elem Scholastic Academy vs Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burnside Elem Scholastic Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
264 students
Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
216 students
| Measure | Burnside Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago, Illinois | Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1766 of 2,303 | #1746 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #43510 of 50,301 | #43238 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 264 | 216 |
| Enrollment | 264 | 216 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.4% | 72.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 12% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (22.1 vs 22.6).
- •Burnside Elem Scholastic Academy does better on math proficiency (14% vs 12%).
- •Burnside Elem Scholastic Academy does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 17%).
- •Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.7% vs 81.4%).
- •Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 12.6).
- •Burnside Elem Scholastic Academy is the larger school with 264 students compared with 216.
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 Burnside Elem Scholastic Academy better than Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Burnside Elem Scholastic Academy and Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burnside Elem Scholastic Academy: 264. Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C: 216. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burnside Elem Scholastic Academy and Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C rank in Illinois?
Burnside Elem Scholastic Academy is 1766th of 2,303 and Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C is 1746th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).