Leman Middle School vs Pioneer Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Leman Middle School
West Chicago · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,048 students
Pioneer Elem School
West Chicago · Public other · Grades PK–PK
292 students
| Measure | Leman Middle School West Chicago, Illinois | Pioneer Elem School West Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #509 of 670 | – |
| National rank | #12241 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 1,048 | 292 |
| Enrollment | 1,048 | 292 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.8% | 48.3% |
| Students per teacher | 9.4 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 12% |
| city | West Chicago | West Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Leman Middle School does better on math proficiency (14% vs 12%).
- •Leman Middle School does better on reading proficiency (21% vs 7.5%).
- •Pioneer Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.3% vs 61.8%).
- •Leman Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 13.9).
- •Leman Middle School is the larger school with 1,048 students compared with 292.
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 Leman Middle School better than Pioneer 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 Leman Middle School and Pioneer Elem School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between West Chicago and West Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Leman Middle School: 1,048. Pioneer Elem School: 292. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Leman Middle School and Pioneer Elem School rank in Illinois?
Leman Middle School is 509th of 670 and Pioneer Elem School is unranked among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).