Garvey M Elem School vs Mount Vernon Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 485 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garvey M Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
262 students
Mount Vernon Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
245 students
| Measure | Garvey M Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Mount Vernon Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2092 of 2,303 | #1805 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47530 of 50,301 | #44042 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 262 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 262 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.7% | 75.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 2.5% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mount Vernon Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.3 vs 15.2).
- •Mount Vernon Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.5% vs 92.7%).
- •Mount Vernon Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 12.5).
- •Garvey M Elem School is the larger school with 262 students compared with 245.
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 Garvey M Elem School better than Mount Vernon Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Mount Vernon Elem School ranks higher (21.3 vs 15.2 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 Garvey M Elem School and Mount Vernon Elem School?
About 485 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garvey M Elem School: 262. Mount Vernon Elem School: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garvey M Elem School and Mount Vernon Elem School rank in Illinois?
Garvey M Elem School is 2092nd of 2,303 and Mount Vernon Elem School is 1805th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).