Esmond Elem School vs Mark Twain Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 249 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Esmond Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
221 students
Mark Twain Elem School
Charleston · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
221 students
| Measure | Esmond Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Mark Twain Elem School Charleston, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1978 of 2,303 | #528 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #46270 of 50,301 | #18343 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 221 | 221 |
| Enrollment | 221 | 221 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.8% | 50.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | – |
| Math proficiency | 12% | – |
| city | Chicago | Charleston |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mark Twain Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.8 vs 17.6).
- •Mark Twain Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.7% vs 92.8%).
- •Esmond Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 13.8).
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 Esmond Elem School better than Mark Twain Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Mark Twain Elem School ranks higher (59.8 vs 17.6 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 Esmond Elem School and Mark Twain Elem School?
About 249 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Charleston in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Esmond Elem School: 221. Mark Twain Elem School: 221. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Esmond Elem School and Mark Twain Elem School rank in Illinois?
Esmond Elem School is 1978th of 2,303 and Mark Twain Elem School is 528th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).