John Laidlaw Elem School vs McClure Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 793 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Laidlaw Elem School
Western Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–5
380 students
McClure Jr High School
Western Springs · Public middle · Grades 6–8
469 students
| Measure | John Laidlaw Elem School Western Springs, Illinois | McClure Jr High School Western Springs, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #64 of 2,303 | #9 of 670 |
| National rank | #3230 of 50,301 | #214 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 380 | 469 |
| Enrollment | 380 | 469 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 76% |
| city | Western Springs | Western Springs |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McClure Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.2 vs 83.3).
- •McClure Jr High School does better on math proficiency (76% vs 74%).
- •McClure Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 68%).
- •McClure Jr High School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.3).
- •McClure Jr High School is the larger school with 469 students compared with 380.
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 John Laidlaw Elem School better than McClure Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), McClure Jr High School ranks higher (91.2 vs 83.3 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 John Laidlaw Elem School and McClure Jr High School?
About 793 m in a straight line, between Western Springs and Western Springs in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Laidlaw Elem School: 380. McClure Jr High School: 469. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Laidlaw Elem School and McClure Jr High School rank in Illinois?
John Laidlaw Elem School is 64th of 2,303 and McClure Jr High School is 9th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).