Dawes Elementary School vs Oakton Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dawes Elementary School
Evanston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
298 students
Oakton Elem School
Evanston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
379 students
| Measure | Dawes Elementary School Evanston, Illinois | Oakton Elem School Evanston, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1032 of 2,303 | #1061 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #30015 of 50,301 | #30575 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 298 | 379 |
| Enrollment | 298 | 379 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.7% | 52.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 9.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| city | Evanston | Evanston |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (42.9 vs 42.1).
- •Dawes Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.7% vs 52.5%).
- •Oakton Elem School does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 10.6).
- •Oakton Elem School is the larger school with 379 students compared with 298.
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 Dawes Elementary School better than Oakton 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 Dawes Elementary School and Oakton Elem School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Evanston and Evanston in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dawes Elementary School: 298. Oakton Elem School: 379. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dawes Elementary School and Oakton Elem School rank in Illinois?
Dawes Elementary School is 1032nd of 2,303 and Oakton Elem School is 1061st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).