Curtis Elem School vs Otis Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 23 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
Otis Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
356 students
| Measure | Curtis Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Otis Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2237 of 2,303 | #1772 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #49328 of 50,301 | #43595 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 356 | 356 |
| Enrollment | 356 | 356 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.5% | 83.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 13% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Otis Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.0 vs 10.5).
- •Otis Elem School does better on math proficiency (13% vs 7%).
- •Otis Elem School does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 11%).
- •Otis Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.1% vs 97.5%).
- •Otis Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 14.8).
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 Otis Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Otis Elem School ranks higher (22.0 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 Otis Elem School?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Curtis Elem School: 356. Otis Elem School: 356. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Curtis Elem School and Otis Elem School rank in Illinois?
Curtis Elem School is 2237th of 2,303 and Otis Elem School is 1772nd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).