Carter Elem School vs Cumberland Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 38 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carter Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
279 students
Cumberland Elem School
Des Plaines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
279 students
| Measure | Carter Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Cumberland Elem School Des Plaines, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #2086 of 2,303 | #123 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47470 of 50,301 | #5468 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 279 | 279 |
| Enrollment | 279 | 279 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.6% | 36.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 6.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 14% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 62% |
| city | Chicago | Des Plaines |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cumberland Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.1 vs 15.3).
- •Cumberland Elem School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 12%).
- •Cumberland Elem School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 14%).
- •Cumberland Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.9% vs 70.6%).
- •Cumberland Elem School does better on students per teacher (6.8 vs 17.4).
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 Carter Elem School better than Cumberland Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Cumberland Elem School ranks higher (79.1 vs 15.3 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 Carter Elem School and Cumberland Elem School?
About 38 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Des Plaines in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carter Elem School: 279. Cumberland Elem School: 279. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carter Elem School and Cumberland Elem School rank in Illinois?
Carter Elem School is 2086th of 2,303 and Cumberland Elem School is 123rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).