Goodwin Elem School vs North River Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 54 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Goodwin Elem School
North Aurora · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
315 students
North River Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
315 students
| Measure | Goodwin Elem School North Aurora, Illinois | North River Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #862 of 2,303 | #1708 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #25812 of 50,301 | #42513 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 315 | 315 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34% | 84.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 22% |
| city | North Aurora | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Goodwin Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.0 vs 23.7).
- •Goodwin Elem School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Goodwin Elem School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Goodwin Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34% vs 84.1%).
- •Goodwin Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.3).
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 Goodwin Elem School better than North River Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Goodwin Elem School ranks higher (49.0 vs 23.7 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 Goodwin Elem School and North River Elem School?
About 54 km in a straight line, between North Aurora and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Goodwin Elem School: 315. North River Elem School: 315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Goodwin Elem School and North River Elem School rank in Illinois?
Goodwin Elem School is 862nd of 2,303 and North River Elem School is 1708th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).