Coleman Elem School vs McKinley Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Coleman Elem School
Elgin · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
641 students
McKinley Elem School
Elgin · Public elementary · Grades K–6
395 students
| Measure | Coleman Elem School Elgin, Illinois | McKinley Elem School Elgin, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2040 of 2,303 | #2087 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #46999 of 50,301 | #47496 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 641 | 395 |
| Enrollment | 641 | 395 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.2% | 77.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 15% |
| city | Elgin | Elgin |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (16.2 vs 15.3).
- •Coleman Elem School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 10%).
- •Coleman Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.2% vs 77.5%).
- •McKinley Elem School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 17.3).
- •Coleman Elem School is the larger school with 641 students compared with 395.
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 Coleman Elem School better than McKinley 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 Coleman Elem School and McKinley Elem School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Elgin and Elgin in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Coleman Elem School: 641. McKinley Elem School: 395. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Coleman Elem School and McKinley Elem School rank in Illinois?
Coleman Elem School is 2040th of 2,303 and McKinley Elem School is 2087th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).