Jefferson Elem School vs Roosevelt Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elem School
Chicago Heights · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
157 students
Roosevelt Elem School
Chicago Heights · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
353 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elem School Chicago Heights, Illinois | Roosevelt Elem School Chicago Heights, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2098 of 2,303 | #2233 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #47584 of 50,301 | #49283 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 157 | 353 |
| Enrollment | 157 | 353 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.4% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 13% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 8% |
| city | Chicago Heights | Chicago Heights |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.1 vs 10.7).
- •Roosevelt Elem School does better on math proficiency (8% vs 6%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 13%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.4% vs 98.9%).
- •Jefferson Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 14.7).
- •Roosevelt Elem School is the larger school with 353 students compared with 157.
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 Roosevelt Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elem School ranks higher (15.1 vs 10.7 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 Jefferson Elem School and Roosevelt Elem School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Chicago Heights and Chicago Heights in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elem School: 157. Roosevelt Elem School: 353. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elem School and Roosevelt Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jefferson Elem School is 2098th of 2,303 and Roosevelt Elem School is 2233rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).