Camras Elem School vs Meridian School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 32 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Camras Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
702 students
Meridian School
Buffalo Grove · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
702 students
| Measure | Camras Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Meridian School Buffalo Grove, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1749 of 2,303 | #201 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #43261 of 50,301 | #8400 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 702 | 702 |
| Enrollment | 702 | 702 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.6% | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 66% |
| city | Chicago | Buffalo Grove |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meridian School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.3 vs 22.5).
- •Meridian School does better on math proficiency (66% vs 24%).
- •Meridian School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 20%).
- •Camras Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.3).
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 Camras Elem School better than Meridian School?
On the Success Index (US), Meridian School ranks higher (74.3 vs 22.5 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 Camras Elem School and Meridian School?
About 32 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Buffalo Grove in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Camras Elem School: 702. Meridian School: 702. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Camras Elem School and Meridian School rank in Illinois?
Camras Elem School is 1749th of 2,303 and Meridian School is 201st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).