Disney II Magnet HS vs Schurz High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 km 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
Schurz High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,244 students
| Measure | Disney II Magnet HS Chicago, Illinois | Schurz High School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #151 of 691 | #580 of 691 |
| National rank | #8471 of 16,910 | #15842 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 738 | 1,244 |
| Enrollment | 738 | 1,244 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.5% | 88.7% |
| Students per teacher | 8.6 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 13% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 11% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Disney II Magnet HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.6 vs 16.6).
- •Disney II Magnet HS does better on math proficiency (31% vs 11%).
- •Disney II Magnet HS does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 13%).
- •Disney II Magnet HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 88.7%).
- •Disney II Magnet HS does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 13.5).
- •Schurz High School is the larger school with 1,244 students compared with 738.
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 Schurz High School?
On the Success Index (US), Disney II Magnet HS ranks higher (49.6 vs 16.6 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 Schurz High School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Disney II Magnet HS: 738. Schurz High School: 1,244. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Disney II Magnet HS and Schurz High School rank in Illinois?
Disney II Magnet HS is 151st of 691 and Schurz High School is 580th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).