Chicago Technology Academy HS vs Smyth J Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 557 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chicago Technology Academy HS
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
315 students
Smyth J Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
348 students
| Measure | Chicago Technology Academy HS Chicago, Illinois | Smyth J Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 5 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #686 of 691 | #1906 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #16837 of 16,910 | #45324 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 315 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.7% | 80.5% |
| Students per teacher | – | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 5% | 7% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 4% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smyth J Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.3 vs 4.7).
- •Chicago Technology Academy HS does better on math proficiency (5% vs 4%).
- •Smyth J Elem School does better on reading proficiency (7% vs 5%).
- •Smyth J Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.5% vs 92.7%).
- •Smyth J Elem School is the larger school with 348 students compared with 315.
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 Chicago Technology Academy HS better than Smyth J Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Smyth J Elem School ranks higher (19.3 vs 4.7 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 Chicago Technology Academy HS and Smyth J Elem School?
About 557 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chicago Technology Academy HS: 315. Smyth J Elem School: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chicago Technology Academy HS and Smyth J Elem School rank in Illinois?
Chicago Technology Academy HS is 686th of 691 and Smyth J Elem School is 1906th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).