Liberty Elem School vs Unity Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Liberty Elem School
Cicero · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
453 students
Unity Jr High School
Cicero · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,919 students
| Measure | Liberty Elem School Cicero, Illinois | Unity Jr High School Cicero, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1915 of 2,303 | #617 of 670 |
| National rank | #45401 of 50,301 | #14062 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 453 | 1,919 |
| Enrollment | 453 | 1,919 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.6% | 66.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 11% |
| city | Cicero | Cicero |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.1 vs 18.3).
- •Liberty Elem School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •Unity Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (19% vs 7.5%).
- •Unity Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.6% vs 78.6%).
- •Liberty Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 15.4).
- •Unity Jr High School is the larger school with 1,919 students compared with 453.
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 Liberty Elem School better than Unity Jr High 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 Liberty Elem School and Unity Jr High School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Cicero and Cicero in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Liberty Elem School: 453. Unity Jr High School: 1,919. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Liberty Elem School and Unity Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Liberty Elem School is 1915th of 2,303 and Unity Jr High School is 617th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).