Burr Elem School vs Rowe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 586 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burr Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–8
465 students
Rowe Elementary
Chicago · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
617 students
| Measure | Burr Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Rowe Elementary Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #694 of 2,303 | #1801 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #22267 of 50,301 | #43994 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 465 | 617 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 617 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.1% | 68.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 20% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Burr Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.1 vs 21.4).
- •Burr Elem School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 20%).
- •Burr Elem School does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 24%).
- •Burr Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.1% vs 68.4%).
- •Burr Elem School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.8).
- •Rowe Elementary is the larger school with 617 students compared with 465.
- •Burr Elem School is a public school while Rowe Elementary is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Burr Elem School better than Rowe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Burr Elem School ranks higher (54.1 vs 21.4 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 Burr Elem School and Rowe Elementary?
About 586 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burr Elem School: 465. Rowe Elementary: 617. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burr Elem School and Rowe Elementary rank in Illinois?
Burr Elem School is 694th of 2,303 and Rowe Elementary is 1801st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).