Hughes L Elem School vs Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 43 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hughes L Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
431 students
Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary
Romeoville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
431 students
| Measure | Hughes L Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary Romeoville, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1841 of 2,303 | #1264 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #44654 of 50,301 | #35094 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 431 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 431 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87% | 54.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 26% |
| city | Chicago | Romeoville |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.3 vs 20.3).
- •Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 4%).
- •Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 20%).
- •Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.1% vs 87%).
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 Hughes L Elem School better than Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary ranks higher (35.3 vs 20.3 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 Hughes L Elem School and Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary?
About 43 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Romeoville in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hughes L Elem School: 431. Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hughes L Elem School and Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary rank in Illinois?
Hughes L Elem School is 1841st of 2,303 and Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary is 1264th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).