Hodgkins Elem School vs Ideal Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hodgkins Elem School
Hodgkins · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
165 students
Ideal Elem School
Countryside · Public elementary · Grades K–6
258 students
| Measure | Hodgkins Elem School Hodgkins, Illinois | Ideal Elem School Countryside, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1462 of 2,303 | #1308 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #38550 of 50,301 | #35855 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 165 | 258 |
| Enrollment | 165 | 258 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.8% | 71.7% |
| Students per teacher | 9.2 | 8.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Hodgkins | Countryside |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ideal Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.1 vs 30.0).
- •Ideal Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.7% vs 78.8%).
- •Ideal Elem School does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 9.2).
- •Ideal Elem School is the larger school with 258 students compared with 165.
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 Hodgkins Elem School better than Ideal Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Ideal Elem School ranks higher (34.1 vs 30.0 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 Hodgkins Elem School and Ideal Elem School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Hodgkins and Countryside in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hodgkins Elem School: 165. Ideal Elem School: 258. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hodgkins Elem School and Ideal Elem School rank in Illinois?
Hodgkins Elem School is 1462nd of 2,303 and Ideal Elem School is 1308th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).