Chalmers STEAM Elementary vs Johnson STEAM Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 830 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chalmers STEAM Elementary
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
205 students
Johnson STEAM Elementary
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
209 students
| Measure | Chalmers STEAM Elementary Chicago, Illinois | Johnson STEAM Elementary Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2129 of 2,303 | #2137 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47905 of 50,301 | #48013 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 205 | 209 |
| Enrollment | 205 | 209 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.5% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 8.9 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 2.5% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 9% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.4 vs 14.2).
- •Johnson STEAM Elementary does better on math proficiency (9% vs 2.5%).
- •Johnson STEAM Elementary does better on reading proficiency (11% vs 2.5%).
- •Chalmers STEAM Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.5% vs 99.5%).
- •Chalmers STEAM Elementary does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 10.5).
- •Johnson STEAM Elementary is the larger school with 209 students compared with 205.
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 Chalmers STEAM Elementary better than Johnson STEAM Elementary?
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 Chalmers STEAM Elementary and Johnson STEAM Elementary?
About 830 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chalmers STEAM Elementary: 205. Johnson STEAM Elementary: 209. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chalmers STEAM Elementary and Johnson STEAM Elementary rank in Illinois?
Chalmers STEAM Elementary is 2129th of 2,303 and Johnson STEAM Elementary is 2137th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).