Emerson Elem School vs Freedom Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 976 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Elem School
Berwyn · Public elementary · Grades K–5
260 students
Freedom Middle School
Berwyn · Public middle · Grades 6–8
504 students
| Measure | Emerson Elem School Berwyn, Illinois | Freedom Middle School Berwyn, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1570 of 2,303 | #541 of 670 |
| National rank | #40515 of 50,301 | #12877 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 260 | 504 |
| Enrollment | 260 | 504 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.4% | 81.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 18% |
| city | Berwyn | Berwyn |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.8 vs 24.9).
- •Emerson Elem School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 18%).
- •Freedom Middle School does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 22%).
- •Emerson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.4% vs 81.7%).
- •Freedom Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 13.0).
- •Freedom Middle School is the larger school with 504 students compared with 260.
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 Emerson Elem School better than Freedom Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Emerson Elem School ranks higher (26.8 vs 24.9 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 Emerson Elem School and Freedom Middle School?
About 976 m in a straight line, between Berwyn and Berwyn in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Elem School: 260. Freedom Middle School: 504. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Elem School and Freedom Middle School rank in Illinois?
Emerson Elem School is 1570th of 2,303 and Freedom Middle School is 541st of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).