George Washington Elem School vs Maine South High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 844 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Elem School
Park Ridge · Public elementary · Grades K–5
588 students
Maine South High School
Park Ridge · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,494 students
| Measure | George Washington Elem School Park Ridge, Illinois | Maine South High School Park Ridge, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #272 of 2,303 | #42 of 691 |
| National rank | #10867 of 50,301 | #4464 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 588 | 2,494 |
| Enrollment | 588 | 2,494 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 65% |
| city | Park Ridge | Park Ridge |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Washington Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.6 vs 65.3).
- •Maine South High School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 57%).
- •Maine South High School does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 62%).
- •George Washington Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 16.6).
- •Maine South High School is the larger school with 2,494 students compared with 588.
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 Washington Elem School better than Maine South High School?
On the Success Index (US), George Washington Elem School ranks higher (70.6 vs 65.3 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 George Washington Elem School and Maine South High School?
About 844 m in a straight line, between Park Ridge and Park Ridge in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Elem School: 588. Maine South High School: 2,494. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Elem School and Maine South High School rank in Illinois?
George Washington Elem School is 272nd of 2,303 and Maine South High School is 42nd of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).