Gary Elementary School vs Leman Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 328 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gary Elementary School
West Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–5
425 students
Leman Middle School
West Chicago · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,048 students
| Measure | Gary Elementary School West Chicago, Illinois | Leman Middle School West Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1510 of 2,303 | #509 of 670 |
| National rank | #39396 of 50,301 | #12241 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 425 | 1,048 |
| Enrollment | 425 | 1,048 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | 61.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 14% |
| city | West Chicago | West Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (28.7 vs 28.3).
- •Gary Elementary School does better on math proficiency (24% vs 14%).
- •Gary Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.3% vs 61.8%).
- •Leman Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 13.3).
- •Leman Middle School is the larger school with 1,048 students compared with 425.
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 Elementary School better than Leman Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Gary Elementary School and Leman Middle School?
About 328 m in a straight line, between West Chicago and West Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gary Elementary School: 425. Leman Middle School: 1,048. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gary Elementary School and Leman Middle School rank in Illinois?
Gary Elementary School is 1510th of 2,303 and Leman Middle School is 509th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).