Hefferan Elem School vs Melody Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 961 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hefferan Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
214 students
Melody Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
341 students
| Measure | Hefferan Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Melody Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1874 of 2,303 | #2280 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #44964 of 50,301 | #49884 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 214 | 341 |
| Enrollment | 214 | 341 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.3% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 5% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 4% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hefferan Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.8 vs 8.0).
- •Hefferan Elem School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 4%).
- •Hefferan Elem School does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 5%).
- •Hefferan Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.3% vs 99.4%).
- •Hefferan Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 15.5).
- •Melody Elem School is the larger school with 341 students compared with 214.
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 Hefferan Elem School better than Melody Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Hefferan Elem School ranks higher (19.8 vs 8.0 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 Hefferan Elem School and Melody Elem School?
About 961 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hefferan Elem School: 214. Melody Elem School: 341. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hefferan Elem School and Melody Elem School rank in Illinois?
Hefferan Elem School is 1874th of 2,303 and Melody Elem School is 2280th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).