McNair Elem School vs YCCS West
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 480 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McNair Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
328 students
YCCS West
Chicago · Charter high · Grades 9–12
80 students
| Measure | McNair Elem School Chicago, Illinois | YCCS West Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1870 of 2,303 | #666 of 691 |
| National rank | #44920 of 50,301 | #16701 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 328 | 80 |
| Enrollment | 328 | 80 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.3% | 97.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 40.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 5% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 5% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McNair Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.9 vs 8.6).
- •McNair Elem School does better on math proficiency (12% vs 5%).
- •McNair Elem School does better on reading proficiency (11% vs 5%).
- •McNair Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.3% vs 97.5%).
- •McNair Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 40.0).
- •McNair Elem School is the larger school with 328 students compared with 80.
- •McNair Elem School is a public school while YCCS West is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 McNair Elem School better than YCCS West?
On the Success Index (US), McNair Elem School ranks higher (19.9 vs 8.6 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 McNair Elem School and YCCS West?
About 480 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McNair Elem School: 328. YCCS West: 80. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McNair Elem School and YCCS West rank in Illinois?
McNair Elem School is 1870th of 2,303 and YCCS West is 666th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).