Depriest Elem School vs Ellington Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 812 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Depriest Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
419 students
Ellington Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
510 students
| Measure | Depriest Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Ellington Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1789 of 2,303 | #2103 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #43827 of 50,301 | #47628 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 419 | 510 |
| Enrollment | 419 | 510 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.4% | 95.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 9% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 3% | 10% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Depriest Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.6 vs 15.0).
- •Ellington Elem School does better on math proficiency (10% vs 3%).
- •Ellington Elem School does better on reading proficiency (15% vs 9%).
- •Depriest Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.4% vs 95.1%).
- •Depriest Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 13.1).
- •Ellington Elem School is the larger school with 510 students compared with 419.
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 Depriest Elem School better than Ellington Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Depriest Elem School ranks higher (21.6 vs 15.0 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 Depriest Elem School and Ellington Elem School?
About 812 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Depriest Elem School: 419. Ellington Elem School: 510. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Depriest Elem School and Ellington Elem School rank in Illinois?
Depriest Elem School is 1789th of 2,303 and Ellington Elem School is 2103rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).