George B Carpenter Elem School vs Jefferson School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George B Carpenter Elem School
Park Ridge · Public elementary · Grades K–5
435 students
Jefferson School
Niles · Public other · Grades PK–PK
154 students
| Measure | George B Carpenter Elem School Park Ridge, Illinois | Jefferson School Niles, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #98 of 2,303 | – |
| National rank | #4605 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 435 | 154 |
| Enrollment | 435 | 154 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | – |
| Math proficiency | 65% | – |
| city | Park Ridge | Niles |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George B Carpenter Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 19.3).
- •George B Carpenter Elem School is the larger school with 435 students compared with 154.
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 George B Carpenter Elem School better than Jefferson 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 George B Carpenter Elem School and Jefferson School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Park Ridge and Niles in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George B Carpenter Elem School: 435. Jefferson School: 154. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George B Carpenter Elem School and Jefferson School rank in Illinois?
George B Carpenter Elem School is 98th of 2,303 and Jefferson School is unranked among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).