Cullen Elem School vs Smith W Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 995 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cullen Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–8
176 students
Smith W Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
340 students
| Measure | Cullen Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Smith W Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2130 of 2,303 | #2029 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47907 of 50,301 | #46787 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 176 | 340 |
| Enrollment | 176 | 340 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.2% | 95.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 8% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 5% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smith W Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.7 vs 14.4).
- •Cullen Elem School does better on math proficiency (12% vs 5%).
- •Cullen Elem School does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 8%).
- •Smith W Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.3% vs 97.2%).
- •Smith W Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 11.7).
- •Smith W Elem School is the larger school with 340 students compared with 176.
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 Cullen Elem School better than Smith W Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Smith W Elem School ranks higher (16.7 vs 14.4 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 Cullen Elem School and Smith W Elem School?
About 995 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cullen Elem School: 176. Smith W Elem School: 340. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cullen Elem School and Smith W Elem School rank in Illinois?
Cullen Elem School is 2130th of 2,303 and Smith W Elem School is 2029th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).