Christopher Elem School vs Ellington Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 449 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Christopher Elem School
Christopher · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
510 students
Ellington Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
510 students
| Measure | Christopher Elem School Christopher, Illinois | Ellington Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1408 of 2,303 | #2103 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #37401 of 50,301 | #47628 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 510 | 510 |
| Enrollment | 510 | 510 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.6% | 95.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 10% |
| city | Christopher | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Christopher Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.7 vs 15.0).
- •Christopher Elem School does better on math proficiency (18% vs 10%).
- •Christopher Elem School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 15%).
- •Christopher Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.6% vs 95.1%).
- •Ellington Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 14.2).
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 Christopher Elem School better than Ellington Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Christopher Elem School ranks higher (31.7 vs 15.0 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 Christopher Elem School and Ellington Elem School?
About 449 km in a straight line, between Christopher and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Christopher Elem School: 510. Ellington Elem School: 510. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Christopher Elem School and Ellington Elem School rank in Illinois?
Christopher Elem School is 1408th of 2,303 and Ellington Elem School is 2103rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).