C M Bardwell Elem School vs East High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
C M Bardwell Elem School
Aurora · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
679 students
East High School
Aurora · Public high · Grades 9–12
4,020 students
| Measure | C M Bardwell Elem School Aurora, Illinois | East High School Aurora, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2014 of 2,303 | #578 of 691 |
| National rank | #46640 of 50,301 | #15812 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 679 | 4,020 |
| Enrollment | 679 | 4,020 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.2% | 63.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 14% |
| city | Aurora | Aurora |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (16.9 vs 16.7).
- •East High School does better on math proficiency (14% vs 10%).
- •C M Bardwell Elem School does better on reading proficiency (19% vs 15%).
- •East High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.6% vs 67.2%).
- •C M Bardwell Elem School does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 18.9).
- •East High School is the larger school with 4,020 students compared with 679.
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 C M Bardwell Elem School better than East High School?
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 C M Bardwell Elem School and East High School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Aurora and Aurora in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C M Bardwell Elem School: 679. East High School: 4,020. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C M Bardwell Elem School and East High School rank in Illinois?
C M Bardwell Elem School is 2014th of 2,303 and East High School is 578th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).