Byrne Elem School vs W A Johnson Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 22 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Byrne Elem School
Chicago Β· Public elementary Β· Grades Kβ8
619 students
W A Johnson Sch
Bensenville Β· Public elementary Β· Grades Kβ5
619 students
| Measure | Byrne Elem School Chicago, Illinois | W A Johnson Sch Bensenville, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1448 of 2,303 | #1252 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #38187 of 50,301 | #34849 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades Kβ8 | Grades Kβ5 |
| Students | 619 | 619 |
| Enrollment | 619 | 619 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.2% | 55.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 18% |
| city | Chicago | Bensenville |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
- β’W A Johnson Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.7 vs 30.5).
- β’Byrne Elem School does better on math proficiency (21% vs 18%).
- β’W A Johnson Sch does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 26%).
- β’Byrne Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.2% vs 55.9%).
- β’W A Johnson Sch does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 14.4).
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 Byrne Elem School better than W A Johnson Sch?
On the Success Index (US), W A Johnson Sch ranks higher (35.7 vs 30.5 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 Byrne Elem School and W A Johnson Sch?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Bensenville in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Byrne Elem School: 619. W A Johnson Sch: 619. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Byrne Elem School and W A Johnson Sch rank in Illinois?
Byrne Elem School is 1448th of 2,303 and W A Johnson Sch is 1252nd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).