Clinton Elem School vs West Ridge Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clinton Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,050 students
West Ridge Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
683 students
| Measure | Clinton Elem School Chicago, Illinois | West Ridge Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1882 of 2,303 | #1172 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #45083 of 50,301 | #33398 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,050 | 683 |
| Enrollment | 1,050 | 683 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89% | 84.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 40% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Ridge Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.9 vs 19.6).
- •West Ridge Elem School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 31%).
- •West Ridge Elem School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 23%).
- •West Ridge Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.8% vs 89%).
- •West Ridge Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.9).
- •Clinton Elem School is the larger school with 1,050 students compared with 683.
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 Clinton Elem School better than West Ridge Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), West Ridge Elem School ranks higher (37.9 vs 19.6 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 Clinton Elem School and West Ridge Elem School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clinton Elem School: 1,050. West Ridge Elem School: 683. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clinton Elem School and West Ridge Elem School rank in Illinois?
Clinton Elem School is 1882nd of 2,303 and West Ridge Elem School is 1172nd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).