KIPP Academy Chicago Campus vs Nash Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 51 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KIPP Academy Chicago Campus
Chicago · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
649 students
Nash Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
255 students
| Measure | KIPP Academy Chicago Campus Chicago, Illinois | Nash Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2268 of 2,303 | #1976 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #49728 of 50,301 | #46238 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 649 | 255 |
| Enrollment | 649 | 255 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.8% | 91% |
| Students per teacher | 162.3 | 9.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 2.5% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 2.5% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nash Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.7 vs 8.9).
- •KIPP Academy Chicago Campus does better on math proficiency (20% vs 2.5%).
- •KIPP Academy Chicago Campus does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 2.5%).
- •Nash Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91% vs 93.8%).
- •Nash Elem School does better on students per teacher (9.1 vs 162.3).
- •KIPP Academy Chicago Campus is the larger school with 649 students compared with 255.
- •KIPP Academy Chicago Campus is a charter school while Nash Elem School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 KIPP Academy Chicago Campus better than Nash Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Nash Elem School ranks higher (17.7 vs 8.9 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 KIPP Academy Chicago Campus and Nash Elem School?
About 51 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP Academy Chicago Campus: 649. Nash Elem School: 255. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP Academy Chicago Campus and Nash Elem School rank in Illinois?
KIPP Academy Chicago Campus is 2268th of 2,303 and Nash Elem School is 1976th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).