Mark Twain Elem School vs Whittier Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 266 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mark Twain Elem School
Charleston · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
221 students
Whittier Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
221 students
| Measure | Mark Twain Elem School Charleston, Illinois | Whittier Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #528 of 2,303 | #2006 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #18343 of 50,301 | #46573 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–K | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 221 | 221 |
| Enrollment | 221 | 221 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.7% | 93.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 17% |
| Math proficiency | – | 7.5% |
| city | Charleston | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mark Twain Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.8 vs 17.1).
- •Mark Twain Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.7% vs 93.7%).
- •Whittier Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 13.8).
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 Mark Twain Elem School better than Whittier Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Mark Twain Elem School ranks higher (59.8 vs 17.1 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 Mark Twain Elem School and Whittier Elem School?
About 266 km in a straight line, between Charleston and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mark Twain Elem School: 221. Whittier Elem School: 221. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mark Twain Elem School and Whittier Elem School rank in Illinois?
Mark Twain Elem School is 528th of 2,303 and Whittier Elem School is 2006th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).