Curtis Elem School vs Fenger Academy High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.4 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
Fenger Academy High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
312 students
| Measure | Curtis Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Fenger Academy High School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2237 of 2,303 | #644 of 691 |
| National rank | #49328 of 50,301 | #16402 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 356 | 312 |
| Enrollment | 356 | 312 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.5% | 88.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 5% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 5% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fenger Academy High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.4 vs 10.5).
- •Curtis Elem School does better on math proficiency (7% vs 5%).
- •Curtis Elem School does better on reading proficiency (11% vs 5%).
- •Fenger Academy High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.5% vs 97.5%).
- •Curtis Elem School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 14.9).
- •Curtis Elem School is the larger school with 356 students compared with 312.
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 Fenger Academy High School?
On the Success Index (US), Fenger Academy High School ranks higher (12.4 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 Fenger Academy High School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Curtis Elem School: 356. Fenger Academy High School: 312. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Curtis Elem School and Fenger Academy High School rank in Illinois?
Curtis Elem School is 2237th of 2,303 and Fenger Academy High School is 644th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).