Garfield Elem School vs Medinah Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 64 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
Medinah Primary School
Medinah · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
248 students
| Measure | Garfield Elem School Chicago Heights, Illinois | Medinah Primary School Medinah, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1991 of 2,303 | #427 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #46475 of 50,301 | #15340 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 248 | 248 |
| Enrollment | 248 | 248 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.4% | 35.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | – |
| city | Chicago Heights | Medinah |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Medinah Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.2 vs 17.2).
- •Medinah Primary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.1% vs 98.4%).
- •Garfield Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 15.5).
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 Medinah Primary School?
On the Success Index (US), Medinah Primary School ranks higher (64.2 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 Medinah Primary School?
About 64 km in a straight line, between Chicago Heights and Medinah in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garfield Elem School: 248. Medinah Primary School: 248. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garfield Elem School and Medinah Primary School rank in Illinois?
Garfield Elem School is 1991st of 2,303 and Medinah Primary School is 427th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).