Howe Elem School vs McNair Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Howe Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
341 students
McNair Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
328 students
| Measure | Howe Elem School Chicago, Illinois | McNair Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1867 of 2,303 | #1870 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #44900 of 50,301 | #44920 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 341 | 328 |
| Enrollment | 341 | 328 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.7% | 89.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 5% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 3% | 12% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.9 vs 19.9).
- •McNair Elem School does better on math proficiency (12% vs 3%).
- •McNair Elem School does better on reading proficiency (11% vs 5%).
- •Howe Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.7% vs 89.3%).
- •McNair Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 11.0).
- •Howe Elem School is the larger school with 341 students compared with 328.
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 Howe Elem School better than McNair Elem School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Howe Elem School and McNair Elem School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Howe Elem School: 341. McNair Elem School: 328. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Howe Elem School and McNair Elem School rank in Illinois?
Howe Elem School is 1867th of 2,303 and McNair Elem School is 1870th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).