Casals Elem School vs Ward L Elem 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.
Casals Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
337 students
Ward L Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
279 students
| Measure | Casals Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Ward L Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1411 of 2,303 | #1981 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #37465 of 50,301 | #46354 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 337 | 279 |
| Enrollment | 337 | 279 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.2% | 91.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 7% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 11% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Casals Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.6 vs 17.5).
- •Casals Elem School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 11%).
- •Casals Elem School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 7%).
- •Casals Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.2% vs 91.8%).
- •Ward L Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 11.6).
- •Casals Elem School is the larger school with 337 students compared with 279.
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 Ward L Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Casals Elem School ranks higher (31.6 vs 17.5 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 Casals Elem School and Ward L Elem School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Casals Elem School: 337. Ward L Elem School: 279. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Casals Elem School and Ward L Elem School rank in Illinois?
Casals Elem School is 1411th of 2,303 and Ward L Elem School is 1981st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).