Jahn Elem School vs Prescott Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jahn Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
360 students
Prescott Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–8
463 students
| Measure | Jahn Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Prescott Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1180 of 2,303 | #367 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #33508 of 50,301 | #13730 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 360 | 463 |
| Enrollment | 360 | 463 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.3% | 27.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 55% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Prescott Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.6 vs 37.7).
- •Prescott Elem School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 17%).
- •Prescott Elem School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 32%).
- •Prescott Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.6% vs 48.3%).
- •Jahn Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 15.4).
- •Prescott Elem School is the larger school with 463 students compared with 360.
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 Jahn Elem School better than Prescott Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Prescott Elem School ranks higher (66.6 vs 37.7 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 Jahn Elem School and Prescott Elem School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jahn Elem School: 360. Prescott Elem School: 463. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jahn Elem School and Prescott Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jahn Elem School is 1180th of 2,303 and Prescott Elem School is 367th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).