Charles J Sahs Elem School vs Twain Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 288 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles J Sahs Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
262 students
Twain Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
850 students
| Measure | Charles J Sahs Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Twain Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1198 of 2,303 | #1204 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #33892 of 50,301 | #34014 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 262 | 850 |
| Enrollment | 262 | 850 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.8% | 74.6% |
| Students per teacher | 9.4 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 36% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (37.1 vs 37.0).
- •Twain Elem School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 29%).
- •Twain Elem School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 34%).
- •Charles J Sahs Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.8% vs 74.6%).
- •Charles J Sahs Elem School does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 14.7).
- •Twain Elem School is the larger school with 850 students compared with 262.
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 Charles J Sahs Elem School better than Twain Elem School?
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 Charles J Sahs Elem School and Twain Elem School?
About 288 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles J Sahs Elem School: 262. Twain Elem School: 850. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles J Sahs Elem School and Twain Elem School rank in Illinois?
Charles J Sahs Elem School is 1198th of 2,303 and Twain Elem School is 1204th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).