Joyce Kilmer Elem School vs Lakewood School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 25 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joyce Kilmer Elem School
Buffalo Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–5
590 students
Lakewood School
Carpentersville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
590 students
| Measure | Joyce Kilmer Elem School Buffalo Grove, Illinois | Lakewood School Carpentersville, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1518 of 2,303 | #2164 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #39527 of 50,301 | #48343 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 590 | 590 |
| Enrollment | 590 | 590 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.2% | 86.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 16% |
| city | Buffalo Grove | Carpentersville |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joyce Kilmer Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.5 vs 13.4).
- •Joyce Kilmer Elem School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 16%).
- •Joyce Kilmer Elem School does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 14%).
- •Joyce Kilmer Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.2% vs 86.9%).
- •Joyce Kilmer Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 15.9).
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 Joyce Kilmer Elem School better than Lakewood School?
On the Success Index (US), Joyce Kilmer Elem School ranks higher (28.5 vs 13.4 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 Joyce Kilmer Elem School and Lakewood School?
About 25 km in a straight line, between Buffalo Grove and Carpentersville in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joyce Kilmer Elem School: 590. Lakewood School: 590. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joyce Kilmer Elem School and Lakewood School rank in Illinois?
Joyce Kilmer Elem School is 1518th of 2,303 and Lakewood School is 2164th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).