Daley Elem Academy vs Hedges Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 533 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Daley Elem Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
511 students
Hedges Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
502 students
| Measure | Daley Elem Academy Chicago, Illinois | Hedges Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2181 of 2,303 | #2194 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48587 of 50,301 | #48729 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 511 | 502 |
| Enrollment | 511 | 502 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.1% | 95.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 13% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 8% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (12.7 vs 12.4).
- •Hedges Elem School does better on reading proficiency (13% vs 11%).
- •Daley Elem Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.1% vs 95.6%).
- •Daley Elem Academy does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.3).
- •Daley Elem Academy is the larger school with 511 students compared with 502.
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 Daley Elem Academy better than Hedges Elem School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Daley Elem Academy and Hedges Elem School?
About 533 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Daley Elem Academy: 511. Hedges Elem School: 502. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Daley Elem Academy and Hedges Elem School rank in Illinois?
Daley Elem Academy is 2181st of 2,303 and Hedges Elem School is 2194th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).