Burr Oak Academy vs Forest Hills Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 25 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burr Oak Academy
Calumet Park · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
289 students
Forest Hills Elem School
Western Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
289 students
| Measure | Burr Oak Academy Calumet Park, Illinois | Forest Hills Elem School Western Springs, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #86 of 2,303 | #27 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #4143 of 50,301 | #1542 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 289 | 289 |
| Enrollment | 289 | 289 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 6.2% | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 82% |
| Math proficiency | – | 72% |
| city | Calumet Park | Western Springs |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Forest Hills Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.3 vs 81.5).
- •Forest Hills Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.5).
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 Oak Academy better than Forest Hills Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Forest Hills Elem School ranks higher (87.3 vs 81.5 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 Oak Academy and Forest Hills Elem School?
About 25 km in a straight line, between Calumet Park and Western Springs in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burr Oak Academy: 289. Forest Hills Elem School: 289. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burr Oak Academy and Forest Hills Elem School rank in Illinois?
Burr Oak Academy is 86th of 2,303 and Forest Hills Elem School is 27th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).