John Muir Literacy Academy vs Lincoln Prairie School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Muir Literacy Academy
Hoffman Estates · Public elementary · Grades K–6
498 students
Lincoln Prairie School
Hoffman Estates · Public elementary · Grades K–8
348 students
| Measure | John Muir Literacy Academy Hoffman Estates, Illinois | Lincoln Prairie School Hoffman Estates, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #781 of 2,303 | #251 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #24055 of 50,301 | #10067 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 498 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 498 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 64% |
| city | Hoffman Estates | Hoffman Estates |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Prairie School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.8 vs 51.6).
- •Lincoln Prairie School does better on math proficiency (64% vs 39%).
- •Lincoln Prairie School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 48%).
- •John Muir Literacy Academy does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 11.6).
- •John Muir Literacy Academy is the larger school with 498 students compared with 348.
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 Muir Literacy Academy better than Lincoln Prairie School?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Prairie School ranks higher (71.8 vs 51.6 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 Muir Literacy Academy and Lincoln Prairie School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Hoffman Estates and Hoffman Estates in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Muir Literacy Academy: 498. Lincoln Prairie School: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Muir Literacy Academy and Lincoln Prairie School rank in Illinois?
John Muir Literacy Academy is 781st of 2,303 and Lincoln Prairie School is 251st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).