Herzl Elem School vs Mason 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.
Herzl Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
429 students
Mason Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
241 students
| Measure | Herzl Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Mason Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2144 of 2,303 | #2108 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48067 of 50,301 | #47649 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 429 | 241 |
| Enrollment | 429 | 241 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.2% | 95% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 7% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 8% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.1 vs 15.0).
- •Mason Elem School does better on math proficiency (8% vs 7%).
- •Mason Elem School does better on reading proficiency (11% vs 7%).
- •Mason Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95% vs 97.2%).
- •Mason Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 12.6).
- •Herzl Elem School is the larger school with 429 students compared with 241.
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 Herzl Elem School better than Mason 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 Herzl Elem School and Mason Elem School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Herzl Elem School: 429. Mason Elem School: 241. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Herzl Elem School and Mason Elem School rank in Illinois?
Herzl Elem School is 2144th of 2,303 and Mason Elem School is 2108th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).