Chalmers STEAM Elementary vs North Lawndale Prep Chtr-Collins
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 544 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
North Lawndale Prep Chtr-Collins
Chicago · Charter high · Grades 9–12
276 students
| Measure | Chalmers STEAM Elementary Chicago, Illinois | North Lawndale Prep Chtr-Collins Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 5 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2129 of 2,303 | #685 of 691 |
| National rank | #47905 of 50,301 | #16830 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 205 | 276 |
| Enrollment | 205 | 276 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.5% | 94.9% |
| Students per teacher | 8.9 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 2.5% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 2.5% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chalmers STEAM Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.4 vs 5.0).
- •North Lawndale Prep Chtr-Collins does better on reading proficiency (7.5% vs 2.5%).
- •North Lawndale Prep Chtr-Collins does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.9% vs 98.5%).
- •Chalmers STEAM Elementary does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 23.0).
- •North Lawndale Prep Chtr-Collins is the larger school with 276 students compared with 205.
- •Chalmers STEAM Elementary is a public school while North Lawndale Prep Chtr-Collins is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 North Lawndale Prep Chtr-Collins?
On the Success Index (US), Chalmers STEAM Elementary ranks higher (14.4 vs 5.0 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 Chalmers STEAM Elementary and North Lawndale Prep Chtr-Collins?
About 544 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chalmers STEAM Elementary: 205. North Lawndale Prep Chtr-Collins: 276. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chalmers STEAM Elementary and North Lawndale Prep Chtr-Collins rank in Illinois?
Chalmers STEAM Elementary is 2129th of 2,303 and North Lawndale Prep Chtr-Collins is 685th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).