Garfield Elem School vs Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 87 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garfield Elem School
Chicago Heights · Public elementary · Grades K–5
248 students
Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners
Vernon Hills · Public elementary · Grades K–K
248 students
| Measure | Garfield Elem School Chicago Heights, Illinois | Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners Vernon Hills, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1991 of 2,303 | #36 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #46475 of 50,301 | #1820 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–K |
| Students | 248 | 248 |
| Enrollment | 248 | 248 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.4% | 25% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 9.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | – |
| city | Chicago Heights | Vernon Hills |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.5 vs 17.2).
- •Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25% vs 98.4%).
- •Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 12.4).
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 Garfield Elem School better than Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners?
On the Success Index (US), Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners ranks higher (86.5 vs 17.2 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 Garfield Elem School and Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners?
About 87 km in a straight line, between Chicago Heights and Vernon Hills in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garfield Elem School: 248. Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners: 248. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garfield Elem School and Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners rank in Illinois?
Garfield Elem School is 1991st of 2,303 and Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners is 36th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).