John Laidlaw Elem School vs The Lane Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.4 km 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
The Lane Elem School
Hinsdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
345 students
| Measure | John Laidlaw Elem School Western Springs, Illinois | The Lane Elem School Hinsdale, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #64 of 2,303 | #65 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #3230 of 50,301 | #3247 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 380 | 345 |
| Enrollment | 380 | 345 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 72% |
| city | Western Springs | Hinsdale |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (83.3 vs 83.3).
- •John Laidlaw Elem School does better on math proficiency (74% vs 72%).
- •The Lane Elem School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 68%).
- •John Laidlaw Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.8).
- •John Laidlaw Elem School is the larger school with 380 students compared with 345.
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 The Lane 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 John Laidlaw Elem School and The Lane Elem School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Western Springs and Hinsdale in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Laidlaw Elem School: 380. The Lane Elem School: 345. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Laidlaw Elem School and The Lane Elem School rank in Illinois?
John Laidlaw Elem School is 64th of 2,303 and The Lane Elem School is 65th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).