Fairfield Elem Academy vs Marquette Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 822 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairfield Elem Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
492 students
Marquette Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,030 students
| Measure | Fairfield Elem Academy Chicago, Illinois | Marquette Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2199 of 2,303 | #2178 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48761 of 50,301 | #48537 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 492 | 1,030 |
| Enrollment | 492 | 1,030 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 96% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 17% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (12.3 vs 12.9).
- •Marquette Elem School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 8%).
- •Marquette Elem School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 16%).
- •Marquette Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96% vs 98.2%).
- •Fairfield Elem Academy does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 15.1).
- •Marquette Elem School is the larger school with 1,030 students compared with 492.
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 Fairfield Elem Academy better than Marquette Elem School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Fairfield Elem Academy and Marquette Elem School?
About 822 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairfield Elem Academy: 492. Marquette Elem School: 1,030. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairfield Elem Academy and Marquette Elem School rank in Illinois?
Fairfield Elem Academy is 2199th of 2,303 and Marquette Elem School is 2178th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).