Highland Elem School vs Wm Hammerschmidt Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 100 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Elem School
Stillman Valley · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
381 students
Wm Hammerschmidt Elem School
Lombard · Public elementary · Grades K–5
381 students
| Measure | Highland Elem School Stillman Valley, Illinois | Wm Hammerschmidt Elem School Lombard, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #225 of 2,303 | #336 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #9307 of 50,301 | #12847 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 381 | 381 |
| Enrollment | 381 | 381 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.9% | 13.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 51% |
| Math proficiency | – | 55% |
| city | Stillman Valley | Lombard |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.9 vs 67.9).
- •Wm Hammerschmidt Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.9% vs 33.9%).
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 Highland Elem School better than Wm Hammerschmidt Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Elem School ranks higher (72.9 vs 67.9 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 Wm Hammerschmidt Elem School?
About 100 km in a straight line, between Stillman Valley and Lombard in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Elem School: 381. Wm Hammerschmidt Elem School: 381. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Elem School and Wm Hammerschmidt Elem School rank in Illinois?
Highland Elem School is 225th of 2,303 and Wm Hammerschmidt Elem School is 336th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).