Corkery Elem School vs Zapata Elem Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 541 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Corkery Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
442 students
Zapata Elem Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
524 students
| Measure | Corkery Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Zapata Elem Academy Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1853 of 2,303 | #1059 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #44773 of 50,301 | #30532 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 442 | 524 |
| Enrollment | 442 | 524 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.9% | 91% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 44% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Zapata Elem Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.2 vs 20.1).
- •Zapata Elem Academy does better on math proficiency (44% vs 13%).
- •Zapata Elem Academy does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 21%).
- •Corkery Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.9% vs 91%).
- •Zapata Elem Academy does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 11.9).
- •Zapata Elem Academy is the larger school with 524 students compared with 442.
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 Corkery Elem School better than Zapata Elem Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Zapata Elem Academy ranks higher (42.2 vs 20.1 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 Corkery Elem School and Zapata Elem Academy?
About 541 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Corkery Elem School: 442. Zapata Elem Academy: 524. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Corkery Elem School and Zapata Elem Academy rank in Illinois?
Corkery Elem School is 1853rd of 2,303 and Zapata Elem Academy is 1059th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).