Gary Elementary School vs Smith Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 14 km 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
Smith Elem School
Aurora · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
425 students
| Measure | Gary Elementary School West Chicago, Illinois | Smith Elem School Aurora, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1510 of 2,303 | #1631 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #39396 of 50,301 | #41483 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 425 | 425 |
| Enrollment | 425 | 425 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | 60.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 17% |
| city | West Chicago | Aurora |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gary Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.7 vs 25.4).
- •Gary Elementary School does better on math proficiency (24% vs 17%).
- •Gary Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (21% vs 19%).
- •Gary Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.3% vs 60.5%).
- •Gary Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 13.7).
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 Smith Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Gary Elementary School ranks higher (28.7 vs 25.4 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 Elementary School and Smith Elem School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between West Chicago and Aurora in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gary Elementary School: 425. Smith Elem School: 425. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gary Elementary School and Smith Elem School rank in Illinois?
Gary Elementary School is 1510th of 2,303 and Smith Elem School is 1631st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).