Lake Zurich High School vs May Whitney Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 608 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lake Zurich High School
Lake Zurich · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,839 students
May Whitney Elem School
Lake Zurich · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
677 students
| Measure | Lake Zurich High School Lake Zurich, Illinois | May Whitney Elem School Lake Zurich, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #46 of 691 | #423 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #4599 of 16,910 | #15117 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,839 | 677 |
| Enrollment | 1,839 | 677 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 27.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 56% |
| city | Lake Zurich | Lake Zurich |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (64.7 vs 64.5).
- •Lake Zurich High School does better on math proficiency (61% vs 56%).
- •Lake Zurich High School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 45%).
- •May Whitney Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.5).
- •Lake Zurich High School is the larger school with 1,839 students compared with 677.
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 Zurich High School better than May Whitney 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 Zurich High School and May Whitney Elem School?
About 608 m in a straight line, between Lake Zurich and Lake Zurich in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lake Zurich High School: 1,839. May Whitney Elem School: 677. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lake Zurich High School and May Whitney Elem School rank in Illinois?
Lake Zurich High School is 46th of 691 and May Whitney Elem School is 423rd of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).