Elmwood Elem School vs Prairie Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elmwood Elem School
Naperville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
726 students
Prairie Elem School
Naperville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
515 students
| Measure | Elmwood Elem School Naperville, Illinois | Prairie Elem School Naperville, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #105 of 2,303 | #73 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #4931 of 50,301 | #3648 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 726 | 515 |
| Enrollment | 726 | 515 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.6% | 8.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 65% |
| city | Naperville | Naperville |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Prairie Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.5 vs 80.1).
- •Elmwood Elem School does better on math proficiency (69% vs 65%).
- •Prairie Elem School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 71%).
- •Prairie Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.3% vs 13.6%).
- •Prairie Elem School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.4).
- •Elmwood Elem School is the larger school with 726 students compared with 515.
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 Elmwood Elem School better than Prairie Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Prairie Elem School ranks higher (82.5 vs 80.1 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 Elmwood Elem School and Prairie Elem School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Naperville and Naperville in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elmwood Elem School: 726. Prairie Elem School: 515. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elmwood Elem School and Prairie Elem School rank in Illinois?
Elmwood Elem School is 105th of 2,303 and Prairie Elem School is 73rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).