Curtis Elem School vs Denkmann Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 244 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Curtis Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
356 students
Denkmann Elem School
Rock Island · Public elementary · Grades K–6
356 students
| Measure | Curtis Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Denkmann Elem School Rock Island, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2237 of 2,303 | #1802 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #49328 of 50,301 | #44012 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 356 | 356 |
| Enrollment | 356 | 356 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.5% | 73% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 25% |
| city | Chicago | Rock Island |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Denkmann Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.3 vs 10.5).
- •Denkmann Elem School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 7%).
- •Denkmann Elem School does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 11%).
- •Denkmann Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73% vs 97.5%).
- •Curtis Elem School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 16.2).
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 Curtis Elem School better than Denkmann Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Denkmann Elem School ranks higher (21.3 vs 10.5 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 Curtis Elem School and Denkmann Elem School?
About 244 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Rock Island in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Curtis Elem School: 356. Denkmann Elem School: 356. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Curtis Elem School and Denkmann Elem School rank in Illinois?
Curtis Elem School is 2237th of 2,303 and Denkmann Elem School is 1802nd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).