Columbus Manor Elem School vs Ernest F Kolb Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbus Manor Elem School
Oak Lawn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
359 students
Ernest F Kolb Elem School
Oak Lawn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
399 students
| Measure | Columbus Manor Elem School Oak Lawn, Illinois | Ernest F Kolb Elem School Oak Lawn, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1255 of 2,303 | #1230 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #34942 of 50,301 | #34439 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 359 | 399 |
| Enrollment | 359 | 399 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.1% | 71.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| city | Oak Lawn | Oak Lawn |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (35.5 vs 36.3).
- •Ernest F Kolb Elem School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Ernest F Kolb Elem School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Columbus Manor Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.1% vs 71.9%).
- •Columbus Manor Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 15.3).
- •Ernest F Kolb Elem School is the larger school with 399 students compared with 359.
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 Columbus Manor Elem School better than Ernest F Kolb 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 Columbus Manor Elem School and Ernest F Kolb Elem School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Oak Lawn and Oak Lawn in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbus Manor Elem School: 359. Ernest F Kolb Elem School: 399. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbus Manor Elem School and Ernest F Kolb Elem School rank in Illinois?
Columbus Manor Elem School is 1255th of 2,303 and Ernest F Kolb Elem School is 1230th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).