Hay Elem Community Academy vs Lewis Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 853 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hay Elem Community Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
247 students
Lewis Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
427 students
| Measure | Hay Elem Community Academy Chicago, Illinois | Lewis Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2113 of 2,303 | #2123 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47693 of 50,301 | #47832 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 247 | 427 |
| Enrollment | 247 | 427 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.6% | 97.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 3% | 10% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.9 vs 14.6).
- •Lewis Elem School does better on math proficiency (10% vs 3%).
- •Lewis Elem School does better on reading proficiency (14% vs 11%).
- •Lewis Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.4% vs 97.6%).
- •Hay Elem Community Academy does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.9).
- •Lewis Elem School is the larger school with 427 students compared with 247.
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 Hay Elem Community Academy better than Lewis 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 Hay Elem Community Academy and Lewis Elem School?
About 853 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hay Elem Community Academy: 247. Lewis Elem School: 427. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hay Elem Community Academy and Lewis Elem School rank in Illinois?
Hay Elem Community Academy is 2113th of 2,303 and Lewis Elem School is 2123rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).