East Side Intermediate School vs STEM Magnet Academy Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 465 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Side Intermediate School
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
397 students
STEM Magnet Academy Elem
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–8
397 students
| Measure | East Side Intermediate School Harrisburg, Illinois | STEM Magnet Academy Elem Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1517 of 2,303 | #208 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #39513 of 50,301 | #8606 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 397 | 397 |
| Enrollment | 397 | 397 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.8% | 49.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 68% |
| city | Harrisburg | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •STEM Magnet Academy Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.0 vs 28.5).
- •STEM Magnet Academy Elem does better on math proficiency (68% vs 11%).
- •STEM Magnet Academy Elem does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 36%).
- •STEM Magnet Academy Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.9% vs 66.8%).
- •East Side Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.7).
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 East Side Intermediate School better than STEM Magnet Academy Elem?
On the Success Index (US), STEM Magnet Academy Elem ranks higher (74.0 vs 28.5 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 East Side Intermediate School and STEM Magnet Academy Elem?
About 465 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Side Intermediate School: 397. STEM Magnet Academy Elem: 397. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Side Intermediate School and STEM Magnet Academy Elem rank in Illinois?
East Side Intermediate School is 1517th of 2,303 and STEM Magnet Academy Elem is 208th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).