Drake Elem School vs Fairview Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 281 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Drake Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
302 students
Fairview Elem School
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
302 students
| Measure | Drake Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Fairview Elem School Springfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2126 of 2,303 | #1818 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47858 of 50,301 | #44213 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 302 | 302 |
| Enrollment | 302 | 302 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.7% | 79.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 17% |
| city | Chicago | Springfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairview Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.0 vs 14.5).
- •Fairview Elem School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 7.5%).
- •Fairview Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.5% vs 97.7%).
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 Drake Elem School better than Fairview Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Fairview Elem School ranks higher (21.0 vs 14.5 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 Drake Elem School and Fairview Elem School?
About 281 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Springfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Drake Elem School: 302. Fairview Elem School: 302. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Drake Elem School and Fairview Elem School rank in Illinois?
Drake Elem School is 2126th of 2,303 and Fairview Elem School is 1818th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).