Casals Elem School vs Nicholson Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 55 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Casals Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
337 students
Nicholson Elem School
Montgomery · Public elementary · Grades K–5
337 students
| Measure | Casals Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Nicholson Elem School Montgomery, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1411 of 2,303 | #1824 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #37465 of 50,301 | #44298 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 337 | 337 |
| Enrollment | 337 | 337 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.2% | 58.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 7.5% |
| city | Chicago | Montgomery |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Casals Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.6 vs 20.9).
- •Casals Elem School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 7.5%).
- •Casals Elem School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Nicholson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.8% vs 90.2%).
- •Casals Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 16.0).
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 Casals Elem School better than Nicholson Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Casals Elem School ranks higher (31.6 vs 20.9 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 Casals Elem School and Nicholson Elem School?
About 55 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Montgomery in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Casals Elem School: 337. Nicholson Elem School: 337. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Casals Elem School and Nicholson Elem School rank in Illinois?
Casals Elem School is 1411th of 2,303 and Nicholson Elem School is 1824th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).