Drake Elem School vs Ward J Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 531 m 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
Ward J Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
500 students
| Measure | Drake Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Ward J Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2126 of 2,303 | #890 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47858 of 50,301 | #26581 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 302 | 500 |
| Enrollment | 302 | 500 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.7% | 79% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 57% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ward J Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.9 vs 14.5).
- •Ward J Elem School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 7.5%).
- •Ward J Elem School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 12%).
- •Ward J Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79% vs 97.7%).
- •Drake Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 15.2).
- •Ward J Elem School is the larger school with 500 students compared with 302.
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 Ward J Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Ward J Elem School ranks higher (47.9 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 Ward J Elem School?
About 531 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Drake Elem School: 302. Ward J Elem School: 500. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Drake Elem School and Ward J Elem School rank in Illinois?
Drake Elem School is 2126th of 2,303 and Ward J Elem School is 890th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).