Emerson Elem School vs York Comm High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Elem School
Elmhurst · Public elementary · Grades K–5
429 students
York Comm High School
Elmhurst · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,590 students
| Measure | Emerson Elem School Elmhurst, Illinois | York Comm High School Elmhurst, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #299 of 2,303 | #18 of 691 |
| National rank | #11649 of 50,301 | #2116 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 429 | 2,590 |
| Enrollment | 429 | 2,590 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 9.8% | 18.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 63% |
| city | Elmhurst | Elmhurst |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •York Comm High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.2 vs 69.5).
- •York Comm High School does better on math proficiency (63% vs 52%).
- •York Comm High School does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 52%).
- •Emerson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.8% vs 18.3%).
- •Emerson Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.3).
- •York Comm High School is the larger school with 2,590 students compared with 429.
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 York Comm High School?
On the Success Index (US), York Comm High School ranks higher (75.2 vs 69.5 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 Emerson Elem School and York Comm High School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Elmhurst and Elmhurst in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Elem School: 429. York Comm High School: 2,590. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Elem School and York Comm High School rank in Illinois?
Emerson Elem School is 299th of 2,303 and York Comm High School is 18th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).