Freeman Elem School vs McCleery Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Freeman Elem School
Aurora · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
529 students
McCleery Elem School
Aurora · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
513 students
| Measure | Freeman Elem School Aurora, Illinois | McCleery Elem School Aurora, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1091 of 2,303 | #1519 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #31583 of 50,301 | #39532 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 529 | 513 |
| Enrollment | 529 | 513 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.9% | 54.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 20% |
| city | Aurora | Aurora |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Freeman Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.5 vs 28.5).
- •Freeman Elem School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 20%).
- •Freeman Elem School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 19%).
- •Freeman Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.9% vs 54.8%).
- •McCleery Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 17.6).
- •Freeman Elem School is the larger school with 529 students compared with 513.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Freeman Elem School better than McCleery Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Freeman Elem School ranks higher (40.5 vs 28.5 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 Freeman Elem School and McCleery Elem School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Aurora and Aurora in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Freeman Elem School: 529. McCleery Elem School: 513. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Freeman Elem School and McCleery Elem School rank in Illinois?
Freeman Elem School is 1091st of 2,303 and McCleery Elem School is 1519th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).