J M Hannum Elem School vs Southwest Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J M Hannum Elem School
Oak Lawn · Public elementary · Grades K–5
410 students
Southwest Elem School
Evergreen Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
301 students
| Measure | J M Hannum Elem School Oak Lawn, Illinois | Southwest Elem School Evergreen Park, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #976 of 2,303 | #212 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #28737 of 50,301 | #8814 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 410 | 301 |
| Enrollment | 410 | 301 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.7% | 17.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 62% |
| city | Oak Lawn | Evergreen Park |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southwest Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.7 vs 44.8).
- •Southwest Elem School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 34%).
- •Southwest Elem School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 44%).
- •Southwest Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.9% vs 51.7%).
- •J M Hannum Elem School is the larger school with 410 students compared with 301.
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 J M Hannum Elem School better than Southwest Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Southwest Elem School ranks higher (73.7 vs 44.8 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 J M Hannum Elem School and Southwest Elem School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Oak Lawn and Evergreen Park in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J M Hannum Elem School: 410. Southwest Elem School: 301. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J M Hannum Elem School and Southwest Elem School rank in Illinois?
J M Hannum Elem School is 976th of 2,303 and Southwest Elem School is 212th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).