Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy vs Thomas Kelly College Preparatory
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 727 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
658 students
Thomas Kelly College Preparatory
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,762 students
| Measure | Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago, Illinois | Thomas Kelly College Preparatory Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1670 of 2,303 | #608 of 691 |
| National rank | #41989 of 50,301 | #16059 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 658 | 1,762 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 1,762 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86% | 93.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 14% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.5 vs 15.0).
- •Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy does better on math proficiency (25% vs 14%).
- •Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 10%).
- •Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86% vs 93.9%).
- •Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.3).
- •Thomas Kelly College Preparatory is the larger school with 1,762 students compared with 658.
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 Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy better than Thomas Kelly College Preparatory?
On the Success Index (US), Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy ranks higher (24.5 vs 15.0 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 Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy and Thomas Kelly College Preparatory?
About 727 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy: 658. Thomas Kelly College Preparatory: 1,762. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy and Thomas Kelly College Preparatory rank in Illinois?
Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy is 1670th of 2,303 and Thomas Kelly College Preparatory is 608th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).