King Academy of Social Justice vs Meridian Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 532 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
Meridian Elementary School
Mounds · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
213 students
| Measure | King Academy of Social Justice Chicago, Illinois | Meridian Elementary School Mounds, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1971 of 2,303 | #1993 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #46121 of 50,301 | #46490 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 213 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.8% | 95.3% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 13% |
| city | Chicago | Mounds |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (17.9 vs 17.2).
- •Meridian Elementary School does better on math proficiency (13% vs 7.5%).
- •Meridian Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 7.5%).
- •King Academy of Social Justice does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.8% vs 95.3%).
- •King Academy of Social Justice does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 10.7).
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 Meridian Elementary 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 King Academy of Social Justice and Meridian Elementary School?
About 532 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Mounds in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
King Academy of Social Justice: 213. Meridian Elementary School: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do King Academy of Social Justice and Meridian Elementary School rank in Illinois?
King Academy of Social Justice is 1971st of 2,303 and Meridian Elementary School is 1993rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).