Hay Elem Community Academy vs Ridgeview Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 165 km 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
Ridgeview Elementary School
Colfax · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
247 students
| Measure | Hay Elem Community Academy Chicago, Illinois | Ridgeview Elementary School Colfax, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2113 of 2,303 | #1182 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47693 of 50,301 | #33537 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 247 | 247 |
| Enrollment | 247 | 247 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.6% | 53% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 3% | 32% |
| city | Chicago | Colfax |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ridgeview Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.7 vs 14.9).
- •Ridgeview Elementary School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 3%).
- •Ridgeview Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 11%).
- •Ridgeview Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53% vs 97.6%).
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 Ridgeview Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Ridgeview Elementary School ranks higher (37.7 vs 14.9 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 Hay Elem Community Academy and Ridgeview Elementary School?
About 165 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Colfax in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hay Elem Community Academy: 247. Ridgeview Elementary School: 247. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hay Elem Community Academy and Ridgeview Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Hay Elem Community Academy is 2113th of 2,303 and Ridgeview Elementary School is 1182nd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).