James R Doolittle Academy vs Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 107 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James R Doolittle Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
257 students
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS
Chicago · Charter high · Grades 9–12
148 students
| Measure | James R Doolittle Academy Chicago, Illinois | Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2038 of 2,303 | #632 of 691 |
| National rank | #46970 of 50,301 | #16302 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 257 | 148 |
| Enrollment | 257 | 148 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.8% | 81.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 2.5% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 2.5% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James R Doolittle Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.3 vs 13.4).
- •Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS does better on reading proficiency (7.5% vs 2.5%).
- •Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.8% vs 84.8%).
- •James R Doolittle Academy does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.8).
- •James R Doolittle Academy is the larger school with 257 students compared with 148.
- •James R Doolittle Academy is a public school while Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 James R Doolittle Academy better than Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS?
On the Success Index (US), James R Doolittle Academy ranks higher (16.3 vs 13.4 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 James R Doolittle Academy and Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS?
About 107 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James R Doolittle Academy: 257. Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS: 148. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James R Doolittle Academy and Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS rank in Illinois?
James R Doolittle Academy is 2038th of 2,303 and Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS is 632nd of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).