Hurley Elem School vs Lee Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hurley Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
748 students
Lee Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–8
581 students
| Measure | Hurley Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Lee Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1775 of 2,303 | #1761 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #43647 of 50,301 | #43463 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 748 | 581 |
| Enrollment | 748 | 581 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.7% | 90.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 31% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (21.9 vs 22.2).
- •Lee Elem School does better on math proficiency (31% vs 26%).
- •Hurley Elem School does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 27%).
- •Hurley Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.7% vs 90.5%).
- •Hurley Elem School does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 14.9).
- •Hurley Elem School is the larger school with 748 students compared with 581.
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 Hurley Elem School better than Lee 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 Hurley Elem School and Lee Elem School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hurley Elem School: 748. Lee Elem School: 581. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hurley Elem School and Lee Elem School rank in Illinois?
Hurley Elem School is 1775th of 2,303 and Lee Elem School is 1761st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).