Lake Park Elem School vs Shoesmith Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 36 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lake Park Elem School
Addison · Public elementary · Grades K–5
294 students
Shoesmith Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–6
294 students
| Measure | Lake Park Elem School Addison, Illinois | Shoesmith Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1577 of 2,303 | #1557 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #40659 of 50,301 | #40290 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 294 | 294 |
| Enrollment | 294 | 294 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84% | 71.8% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 19% |
| city | Addison | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (26.6 vs 27.2).
- •Lake Park Elem School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 19%).
- •Lake Park Elem School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 23%).
- •Shoesmith Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.8% vs 84%).
- •Lake Park Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 11.3).
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 Lake Park Elem School better than Shoesmith Elem 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 Lake Park Elem School and Shoesmith Elem School?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Addison and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lake Park Elem School: 294. Shoesmith Elem School: 294. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lake Park Elem School and Shoesmith Elem School rank in Illinois?
Lake Park Elem School is 1577th of 2,303 and Shoesmith Elem School is 1557th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).