Carman-Buckner Elem School vs Evelyn Alexander School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carman-Buckner Elem School
Waukegan · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
509 students
Evelyn Alexander School
North Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–3
354 students
| Measure | Carman-Buckner Elem School Waukegan, Illinois | Evelyn Alexander School North Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2117 of 2,303 | #2097 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47728 of 50,301 | #47572 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 509 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 509 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.3% | 98.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 7% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 7.5% |
| city | Waukegan | North Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.8 vs 15.1).
- •Evelyn Alexander School does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 5%).
- •Evelyn Alexander School does better on reading proficiency (7.5% vs 7%).
- •Carman-Buckner Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.3% vs 98.3%).
- •Evelyn Alexander School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.5).
- •Carman-Buckner Elem School is the larger school with 509 students compared with 354.
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 Carman-Buckner Elem School better than Evelyn Alexander 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 Carman-Buckner Elem School and Evelyn Alexander School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Waukegan and North Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carman-Buckner Elem School: 509. Evelyn Alexander School: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carman-Buckner Elem School and Evelyn Alexander School rank in Illinois?
Carman-Buckner Elem School is 2117th of 2,303 and Evelyn Alexander School is 2097th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).