Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center vs Stuart R Paddock School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 41 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–8
348 students
Stuart R Paddock School
Palatine · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
348 students
| Measure | Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center Chicago, Illinois | Stuart R Paddock School Palatine, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #786 of 2,303 | #767 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #24194 of 50,301 | #23791 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 348 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 348 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.7% | 17.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| city | Chicago | Palatine |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (51.4 vs 52.0).
- •Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Stuart R Paddock School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.2% vs 49.7%).
- •Stuart R Paddock School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.4).
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 Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center better than Stuart R Paddock 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 Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center and Stuart R Paddock School?
About 41 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Palatine in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center: 348. Stuart R Paddock School: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center and Stuart R Paddock School rank in Illinois?
Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center is 786th of 2,303 and Stuart R Paddock School is 767th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).