Jay Stream Middle School vs Western Trails Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jay Stream Middle School
Carol Stream · Public middle · Grades 6–8
572 students
Western Trails Elem School
Carol Stream · Public elementary · Grades K–5
320 students
| Measure | Jay Stream Middle School Carol Stream, Illinois | Western Trails Elem School Carol Stream, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #213 of 670 | #648 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #6388 of 15,369 | #21209 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 572 | 320 |
| Enrollment | 572 | 320 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42% | 56.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 37% |
| city | Carol Stream | Carol Stream |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (55.8 vs 55.7).
- •Western Trails Elem School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 34%).
- •Western Trails Elem School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 48%).
- •Jay Stream Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42% vs 56.9%).
- •Jay Stream Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 11.0).
- •Jay Stream Middle School is the larger school with 572 students compared with 320.
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 Jay Stream Middle School better than Western Trails Elem School?
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 Jay Stream Middle School and Western Trails Elem School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Carol Stream and Carol Stream in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jay Stream Middle School: 572. Western Trails Elem School: 320. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jay Stream Middle School and Western Trails Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jay Stream Middle School is 213th of 670 and Western Trails Elem School is 648th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).