Evelyn Alexander School vs Metcalfe Elem Community Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 76 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Evelyn Alexander School
North Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–3
354 students
Metcalfe Elem Community Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
354 students
| Measure | Evelyn Alexander School North Chicago, Illinois | Metcalfe Elem Community Academy Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2097 of 2,303 | #2270 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47572 of 50,301 | #49755 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 354 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 354 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 95.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 7.5% |
| city | North Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Evelyn Alexander School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.1 vs 8.8).
- •Metcalfe Elem Community Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.5% vs 98.3%).
- •Evelyn Alexander School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 16.1).
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 Evelyn Alexander School better than Metcalfe Elem Community Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Evelyn Alexander School ranks higher (15.1 vs 8.8 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 Evelyn Alexander School and Metcalfe Elem Community Academy?
About 76 km in a straight line, between North Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Evelyn Alexander School: 354. Metcalfe Elem Community Academy: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Evelyn Alexander School and Metcalfe Elem Community Academy rank in Illinois?
Evelyn Alexander School is 2097th of 2,303 and Metcalfe Elem Community Academy is 2270th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).