Kolmar Elem School vs Ridge Early Childhood Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kolmar Elem School
Midlothian · Public elementary · Grades K–8
535 students
Ridge Early Childhood Center
Oak Forest · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
245 students
| Measure | Kolmar Elem School Midlothian, Illinois | Ridge Early Childhood Center Oak Forest, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1742 of 2,303 | #467 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #43082 of 50,301 | #16601 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 535 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65% | 25.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | – |
| Math proficiency | 9% | – |
| city | Midlothian | Oak Forest |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ridge Early Childhood Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.3 vs 22.8).
- •Ridge Early Childhood Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.7% vs 65%).
- •Kolmar Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 18.8).
- •Kolmar Elem School is the larger school with 535 students compared with 245.
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 Kolmar Elem School better than Ridge Early Childhood Center?
On the Success Index (US), Ridge Early Childhood Center ranks higher (62.3 vs 22.8 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 Kolmar Elem School and Ridge Early Childhood Center?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Midlothian and Oak Forest in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kolmar Elem School: 535. Ridge Early Childhood Center: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kolmar Elem School and Ridge Early Childhood Center rank in Illinois?
Kolmar Elem School is 1742nd of 2,303 and Ridge Early Childhood Center is 467th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).