Highland Elem School vs Marsh Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 72 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Elem School
Elgin · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
616 students
Marsh Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
616 students
| Measure | Highland Elem School Elgin, Illinois | Marsh Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2154 of 2,303 | #1855 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48130 of 50,301 | #44790 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 616 | 616 |
| Enrollment | 616 | 616 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.1% | 82.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 20% |
| city | Elgin | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marsh Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.1 vs 13.9).
- •Marsh Elem School does better on math proficiency (20% vs 9%).
- •Marsh Elem School does better on reading proficiency (19% vs 10%).
- •Highland Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.1% vs 82.8%).
- •Marsh Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.2).
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 Highland Elem School better than Marsh Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Marsh Elem School ranks higher (20.1 vs 13.9 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 Highland Elem School and Marsh Elem School?
About 72 km in a straight line, between Elgin and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Elem School: 616. Marsh Elem School: 616. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Elem School and Marsh Elem School rank in Illinois?
Highland Elem School is 2154th of 2,303 and Marsh Elem School is 1855th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).