Holmes Elem School vs Thornton Township High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holmes Elem School
Harvey · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
270 students
Thornton Township High School
Harvey · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,697 students
| Measure | Holmes Elem School Harvey, Illinois | Thornton Township High School Harvey, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2168 of 2,303 | #616 of 691 |
| National rank | #48425 of 50,301 | #16134 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 270 | 1,697 |
| Enrollment | 270 | 1,697 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.8% | 88.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 8% |
| city | Harvey | Harvey |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thornton Township High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.5 vs 13.2).
- •Thornton Township High School does better on math proficiency (8% vs 7.5%).
- •Holmes Elem School does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 11%).
- •Holmes Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.8% vs 88.3%).
- •Thornton Township High School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.9).
- •Thornton Township High School is the larger school with 1,697 students compared with 270.
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 Holmes Elem School better than Thornton Township High School?
On the Success Index (US), Thornton Township High School ranks higher (14.5 vs 13.2 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 Holmes Elem School and Thornton Township High School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Harvey and Harvey in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Holmes Elem School: 270. Thornton Township High School: 1,697. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Holmes Elem School and Thornton Township High School rank in Illinois?
Holmes Elem School is 2168th of 2,303 and Thornton Township High School is 616th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).