Conrad Fischer Elem School vs West Leyden High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Conrad Fischer Elem School
Elmhurst · Public elementary · Grades K–5
584 students
West Leyden High School
Northlake · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,687 students
| Measure | Conrad Fischer Elem School Elmhurst, Illinois | West Leyden High School Northlake, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1273 of 2,303 | #455 of 691 |
| National rank | #35253 of 50,301 | #13670 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 584 | 1,687 |
| Enrollment | 584 | 1,687 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.2% | 58.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 22% |
| city | Elmhurst | Northlake |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Conrad Fischer Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.0 vs 28.5).
- •West Leyden High School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 21%).
- •Conrad Fischer Elem School does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 28%).
- •Conrad Fischer Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.2% vs 58.6%).
- •Conrad Fischer Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.4).
- •West Leyden High School is the larger school with 1,687 students compared with 584.
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 Conrad Fischer Elem School better than West Leyden High School?
On the Success Index (US), Conrad Fischer Elem School ranks higher (35.0 vs 28.5 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 Conrad Fischer Elem School and West Leyden High School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Elmhurst and Northlake in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Conrad Fischer Elem School: 584. West Leyden High School: 1,687. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Conrad Fischer Elem School and West Leyden High School rank in Illinois?
Conrad Fischer Elem School is 1273rd of 2,303 and West Leyden High School is 455th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).