Disney II Magnet HS vs Murphy Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 420 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Disney II Magnet HS
Chicago · Public high · Grades 7–12
738 students
Murphy Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
514 students
| Measure | Disney II Magnet HS Chicago, Illinois | Murphy Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #151 of 691 | #1309 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #8471 of 16,910 | #35868 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 738 | 514 |
| Enrollment | 738 | 514 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.5% | 51.8% |
| Students per teacher | 8.6 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 24% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Disney II Magnet HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.6 vs 34.1).
- •Disney II Magnet HS does better on math proficiency (31% vs 24%).
- •Disney II Magnet HS does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 28%).
- •Disney II Magnet HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 51.8%).
- •Disney II Magnet HS does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 12.9).
- •Disney II Magnet HS is the larger school with 738 students compared with 514.
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 Disney II Magnet HS better than Murphy Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Disney II Magnet HS ranks higher (49.6 vs 34.1 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 Disney II Magnet HS and Murphy Elem School?
About 420 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Disney II Magnet HS: 738. Murphy Elem School: 514. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Disney II Magnet HS and Murphy Elem School rank in Illinois?
Disney II Magnet HS is 151st of 691 and Murphy Elem School is 1309th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).