Henderson Elem School vs Libby 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.
Henderson Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
246 students
Libby Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
275 students
| Measure | Henderson Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Libby Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2159 of 2,303 | #1756 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48211 of 50,301 | #43393 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 246 | 275 |
| Enrollment | 246 | 275 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76% | 76% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 13% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Libby Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.3 vs 13.7).
- •Libby Elem School does better on math proficiency (13% vs 2.5%).
- •Libby Elem School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 7.5%).
- •Libby Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 16.4).
- •Libby Elem School is the larger school with 275 students compared with 246.
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 Henderson Elem School better than Libby Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Libby Elem School ranks higher (22.3 vs 13.7 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 Henderson Elem School and Libby Elem School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Henderson Elem School: 246. Libby Elem School: 275. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Henderson Elem School and Libby Elem School rank in Illinois?
Henderson Elem School is 2159th of 2,303 and Libby Elem School is 1756th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).