Gregory Math & Sci Elem Academy vs Grissom Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 27 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gregory Math & Sci Elem Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
287 students
Grissom Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
287 students
| Measure | Gregory Math & Sci Elem Academy Chicago, Illinois | Grissom Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2180 of 2,303 | #1468 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48564 of 50,301 | #38686 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 287 | 287 |
| Enrollment | 287 | 287 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.3% | 76.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 8% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 32% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Grissom Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.8 vs 12.8).
- •Grissom Elem School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 7%).
- •Grissom Elem School does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 8%).
- •Grissom Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.7% vs 91.3%).
- •Grissom Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.4).
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 Gregory Math & Sci Elem Academy better than Grissom Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Grissom Elem School ranks higher (29.8 vs 12.8 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 Gregory Math & Sci Elem Academy and Grissom Elem School?
About 27 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gregory Math & Sci Elem Academy: 287. Grissom Elem School: 287. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gregory Math & Sci Elem Academy and Grissom Elem School rank in Illinois?
Gregory Math & Sci Elem Academy is 2180th of 2,303 and Grissom Elem School is 1468th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).