Gary Elementary School vs West Chicago Comm High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.0 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
West Chicago Comm High School
West Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,040 students
| Measure | Gary Elementary School West Chicago, Illinois | West Chicago Comm High School West Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1510 of 2,303 | #451 of 691 |
| National rank | #39396 of 50,301 | #13612 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 425 | 2,040 |
| Enrollment | 425 | 2,040 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 28% |
| city | West Chicago | West Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (28.7 vs 28.8).
- •West Chicago Comm High School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 24%).
- •West Chicago Comm High School does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 21%).
- •Gary Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 14.8).
- •West Chicago Comm High School is the larger school with 2,040 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 West Chicago Comm High 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 West Chicago Comm High School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between West Chicago and West Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gary Elementary School: 425. West Chicago Comm High School: 2,040. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gary Elementary School and West Chicago Comm High School rank in Illinois?
Gary Elementary School is 1510th of 2,303 and West Chicago Comm High School is 451st of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).