KIPP One Academy vs Ward L Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 621 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KIPP One Academy
Chicago · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
996 students
Ward L Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
279 students
| Measure | KIPP One Academy Chicago, Illinois | Ward L Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2254 of 2,303 | #1981 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #49531 of 50,301 | #46354 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 996 | 279 |
| Enrollment | 996 | 279 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.2% | 91.8% |
| Students per teacher | 124.5 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 7% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 11% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ward L Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.5 vs 9.7).
- •KIPP One Academy does better on math proficiency (22% vs 11%).
- •KIPP One Academy does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 7%).
- •Ward L Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.8% vs 97.2%).
- •Ward L Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 124.5).
- •KIPP One Academy is the larger school with 996 students compared with 279.
- •KIPP One Academy is a charter school while Ward L 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 One Academy better than Ward L Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Ward L Elem School ranks higher (17.5 vs 9.7 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 One Academy and Ward L Elem School?
About 621 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP One Academy: 996. Ward L Elem School: 279. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP One Academy and Ward L Elem School rank in Illinois?
KIPP One Academy is 2254th of 2,303 and Ward L Elem School is 1981st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).