Hearst Elem School vs Ravinia Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 42 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hearst Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
285 students
Ravinia Elem School
Highland Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
285 students
| Measure | Hearst Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Ravinia Elem School Highland Park, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1774 of 2,303 | #30 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #43645 of 50,301 | #1684 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 285 | 285 |
| Enrollment | 285 | 285 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.6% | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.9 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 72% |
| city | Chicago | Highland Park |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ravinia Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.9 vs 21.9).
- •Ravinia Elem School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 13%).
- •Ravinia Elem School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 12%).
- •Hearst Elem School does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 11.9).
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 Hearst Elem School better than Ravinia Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Ravinia Elem School ranks higher (86.9 vs 21.9 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 Hearst Elem School and Ravinia Elem School?
About 42 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Highland Park in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hearst Elem School: 285. Ravinia Elem School: 285. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hearst Elem School and Ravinia Elem School rank in Illinois?
Hearst Elem School is 1774th of 2,303 and Ravinia Elem School is 30th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).