Clifford P Carlson Elem School vs Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 126 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clifford P Carlson Elem School
Rockford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
390 students
Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
390 students
| Measure | Clifford P Carlson Elem School Rockford, Illinois | Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2065 of 2,303 | #2110 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47234 of 50,301 | #47664 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 390 | 390 |
| Enrollment | 390 | 390 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.6% | 97.4% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 13% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 10% |
| city | Rockford | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (15.8 vs 15.0).
- •Clifford P Carlson Elem School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 10%).
- •Clifford P Carlson Elem School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 13%).
- •Clifford P Carlson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.6% vs 97.4%).
- •Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 18.6).
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 Clifford P Carlson Elem School better than Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac?
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 Clifford P Carlson Elem School and Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac?
About 126 km in a straight line, between Rockford and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clifford P Carlson Elem School: 390. Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac: 390. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clifford P Carlson Elem School and Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac rank in Illinois?
Clifford P Carlson Elem School is 2065th of 2,303 and Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac is 2110th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).