King Academy of Social Justice vs McClernand Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 275 km 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
McClernand Elem School
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
213 students
| Measure | King Academy of Social Justice Chicago, Illinois | McClernand Elem School Springfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1971 of 2,303 | #1931 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #46121 of 50,301 | #45533 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 213 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.8% | 80.3% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 12% |
| city | Chicago | Springfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McClernand Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.9 vs 17.9).
- •McClernand Elem School does better on math proficiency (12% vs 7.5%).
- •McClernand Elem School does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 7.5%).
- •McClernand Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.3% vs 87.8%).
- •King Academy of Social Justice does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 12.5).
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 McClernand Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), McClernand Elem School ranks higher (18.9 vs 17.9 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 McClernand Elem School?
About 275 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Springfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
King Academy of Social Justice: 213. McClernand Elem School: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do King Academy of Social Justice and McClernand Elem School rank in Illinois?
King Academy of Social Justice is 1971st of 2,303 and McClernand Elem School is 1931st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).