Independence Elem School vs Oriole Park Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 40 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Elem School
Bolingbrook · Public elementary · Grades K–5
617 students
Oriole Park Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
617 students
| Measure | Independence Elem School Bolingbrook, Illinois | Oriole Park Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1506 of 2,303 | #274 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #39336 of 50,301 | #10893 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 617 | 617 |
| Enrollment | 617 | 617 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.9% | 24.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 53% |
| city | Bolingbrook | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oriole Park Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.6 vs 28.8).
- •Oriole Park Elem School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 27%).
- •Oriole Park Elem School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 24%).
- •Oriole Park Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.5% vs 67.9%).
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 Independence Elem School better than Oriole Park Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Oriole Park Elem School ranks higher (70.6 vs 28.8 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 Independence Elem School and Oriole Park Elem School?
About 40 km in a straight line, between Bolingbrook and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Elem School: 617. Oriole Park Elem School: 617. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Elem School and Oriole Park Elem School rank in Illinois?
Independence Elem School is 1506th of 2,303 and Oriole Park Elem School is 274th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).