Illinois Mathematics and Science vs Smith Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Illinois Mathematics and Science
Aurora · Public high · Grades 10–12
656 students
Smith Elem School
Aurora · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
425 students
| Measure | Illinois Mathematics and Science Aurora, Illinois | Smith Elem School Aurora, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #599 of 691 | #1631 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #15991 of 16,910 | #41483 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 656 | 425 |
| Enrollment | 656 | 425 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 60.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 19% |
| Math proficiency | – | 17% |
| city | Aurora | Aurora |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smith Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.4 vs 15.5).
- •Smith Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 20.5).
- •Illinois Mathematics and Science is the larger school with 656 students compared with 425.
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 Illinois Mathematics and Science better than Smith Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Smith Elem School ranks higher (25.4 vs 15.5 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 Illinois Mathematics and Science and Smith Elem School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Aurora and Aurora in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Illinois Mathematics and Science: 656. Smith Elem School: 425. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Illinois Mathematics and Science and Smith Elem School rank in Illinois?
Illinois Mathematics and Science is 599th of 691 and Smith Elem School is 1631st of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).