King Academy of Social Justice vs Mays Elem Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 897 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
King Academy of Social Justice
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
213 students
Mays Elem Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
277 students
| Measure | King Academy of Social Justice Chicago, Illinois | Mays Elem Academy Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1971 of 2,303 | #2146 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #46121 of 50,301 | #48072 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 213 | 277 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 277 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.8% | 67.9% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 7% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •King Academy of Social Justice scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.9 vs 14.1).
- •King Academy of Social Justice does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 7%).
- •Mays Elem Academy does better on reading proficiency (10% vs 7.5%).
- •Mays Elem Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.9% vs 87.8%).
- •King Academy of Social Justice does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 18.5).
- •Mays Elem Academy is the larger school with 277 students compared with 213.
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 King Academy of Social Justice better than Mays Elem Academy?
On the Success Index (US), King Academy of Social Justice ranks higher (17.9 vs 14.1 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 King Academy of Social Justice and Mays Elem Academy?
About 897 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
King Academy of Social Justice: 213. Mays Elem Academy: 277. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do King Academy of Social Justice and Mays Elem Academy rank in Illinois?
King Academy of Social Justice is 1971st of 2,303 and Mays Elem Academy is 2146th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).