Jefferson Elem School vs Prairie Oak School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 703 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elem School
Berwyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
453 students
Prairie Oak School
Berwyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
698 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Berwyn, Illinois | Prairie Oak School Berwyn, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #866 of 2,303 | #1590 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #25955 of 50,301 | #40871 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 453 | 698 |
| Enrollment | 453 | 698 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.5% | 72.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 20% |
| city | Berwyn | Berwyn |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.8 vs 26.3).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on math proficiency (31% vs 20%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 30%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.5% vs 72.1%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.7).
- •Prairie Oak School is the larger school with 698 students compared with 453.
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 Jefferson Elem School better than Prairie Oak School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem School ranks higher (48.8 vs 26.3 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 Jefferson Elem School and Prairie Oak School?
About 703 m in a straight line, between Berwyn and Berwyn in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 453. Prairie Oak School: 698. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Prairie Oak School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 866th of 2,303 and Prairie Oak School is 1590th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).