James R Doolittle Academy vs Wells Preparatory Elem Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 746 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
Wells Preparatory Elem Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
308 students
| Measure | James R Doolittle Academy Chicago, Illinois | Wells Preparatory Elem Academy Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2038 of 2,303 | #2021 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #46970 of 50,301 | #46687 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 257 | 308 |
| Enrollment | 257 | 308 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.8% | 82.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 2.5% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 11% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (16.3 vs 16.9).
- •Wells Preparatory Elem Academy does better on math proficiency (11% vs 2.5%).
- •Wells Preparatory Elem Academy does better on reading proficiency (15% vs 2.5%).
- •Wells Preparatory Elem Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.8% vs 84.8%).
- •James R Doolittle Academy does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.0).
- •Wells Preparatory Elem Academy is the larger school with 308 students compared with 257.
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 Wells Preparatory Elem Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are James R Doolittle Academy and Wells Preparatory Elem Academy?
About 746 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James R Doolittle Academy: 257. Wells Preparatory Elem Academy: 308. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James R Doolittle Academy and Wells Preparatory Elem Academy rank in Illinois?
James R Doolittle Academy is 2038th of 2,303 and Wells Preparatory Elem Academy is 2021st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).