Hinsdale Central High School vs Oak Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hinsdale Central High School
Hinsdale · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,445 students
Oak Elem School
Hinsdale · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
446 students
| Measure | Hinsdale Central High School Hinsdale, Illinois | Oak Elem School Hinsdale, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 85 Top 10% |
| State rank | #10 of 691 | #48 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #1298 of 16,910 | #2627 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,445 | 446 |
| Enrollment | 2,445 | 446 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 72% |
| city | Hinsdale | Hinsdale |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oak Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.6 vs 79.8).
- •Hinsdale Central High School does better on math proficiency (79% vs 72%).
- •Oak Elem School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 75%).
- •Oak Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.1).
- •Hinsdale Central High School is the larger school with 2,445 students compared with 446.
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 Hinsdale Central High School better than Oak Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Oak Elem School ranks higher (84.6 vs 79.8 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 Hinsdale Central High School and Oak Elem School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Hinsdale and Hinsdale in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hinsdale Central High School: 2,445. Oak Elem School: 446. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hinsdale Central High School and Oak Elem School rank in Illinois?
Hinsdale Central High School is 10th of 691 and Oak Elem School is 48th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).