Harriet Gifford Elem School vs Highland Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harriet Gifford Elem School
Elgin · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
460 students
Highland Elem School
Elgin · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
616 students
| Measure | Harriet Gifford Elem School Elgin, Illinois | Highland Elem School Elgin, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2143 of 2,303 | #2154 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48065 of 50,301 | #48130 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 460 | 616 |
| Enrollment | 460 | 616 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.1% | 77.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 9% |
| city | Elgin | Elgin |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.1 vs 13.9).
- •Harriet Gifford Elem School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 9%).
- •Highland Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.1% vs 79.1%).
- •Highland Elem School does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 16.4).
- •Highland Elem School is the larger school with 616 students compared with 460.
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 Harriet Gifford Elem School better than Highland Elem 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 Harriet Gifford Elem School and Highland Elem School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Elgin and Elgin in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harriet Gifford Elem School: 460. Highland Elem School: 616. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harriet Gifford Elem School and Highland Elem School rank in Illinois?
Harriet Gifford Elem School is 2143rd of 2,303 and Highland Elem School is 2154th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).