Gary Elem School vs Madero Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Illinois, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gary Elem School
Chicago · Public middle · Grades 3–8
711 students
Madero Middle School
Chicago · Public middle · Grades 6–8
231 students
| Measure | Gary Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Madero Middle School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #620 of 670 | #570 of 670 |
| National rank | #14095 of 15,369 | #13325 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 3–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 711 | 231 |
| Enrollment | 711 | 231 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.5% | 71.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 13% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 13% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Madero Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.5 vs 18.1).
- •Gary Elem School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 13%).
- •Gary Elem School does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 13%).
- •Madero Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.9% vs 94.5%).
- •Madero Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 13.4).
- •Gary Elem School is the larger school with 711 students compared with 231.
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 Gary Elem School better than Madero Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Madero Middle School ranks higher (22.5 vs 18.1 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 Gary Elem School and Madero Middle School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gary Elem School: 711. Madero Middle School: 231. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gary Elem School and Madero Middle School rank in Illinois?
Gary Elem School is 620th of 670 and Madero Middle School is 570th of 670 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).