Marquette Elem School vs McKay Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 891 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marquette Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,030 students
McKay Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
616 students
| Measure | Marquette Elem School Chicago, Illinois | McKay Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2178 of 2,303 | #2174 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48537 of 50,301 | #48478 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,030 | 616 |
| Enrollment | 1,030 | 616 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96% | 96.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 11% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (12.9 vs 13.1).
- •Marquette Elem School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •Marquette Elem School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 15%).
- •Marquette Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96% vs 96.8%).
- •McKay Elem School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.1).
- •Marquette Elem School is the larger school with 1,030 students compared with 616.
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 Marquette Elem School better than McKay 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 Marquette Elem School and McKay Elem School?
About 891 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marquette Elem School: 1,030. McKay Elem School: 616. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marquette Elem School and McKay Elem School rank in Illinois?
Marquette Elem School is 2178th of 2,303 and McKay Elem School is 2174th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).