McPherson Elem School vs National Teachers Elem Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McPherson Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
794 students
National Teachers Elem Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
795 students
| Measure | McPherson Elem School Chicago, Illinois | National Teachers Elem Academy Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1177 of 2,303 | #1439 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #33435 of 50,301 | #37967 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 794 | 795 |
| Enrollment | 794 | 795 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.7% | 46.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 24% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McPherson Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.8 vs 30.9).
- •National Teachers Elem Academy does better on math proficiency (24% vs 20%).
- •National Teachers Elem Academy does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 30%).
- •McPherson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.7% vs 46.2%).
- •McPherson Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 16.2).
- •National Teachers Elem Academy is the larger school with 795 students compared with 794.
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 McPherson Elem School better than National Teachers Elem Academy?
On the Success Index (US), McPherson Elem School ranks higher (37.8 vs 30.9 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 McPherson Elem School and National Teachers Elem Academy?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McPherson Elem School: 794. National Teachers Elem Academy: 795. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McPherson Elem School and National Teachers Elem Academy rank in Illinois?
McPherson Elem School is 1177th of 2,303 and National Teachers Elem Academy is 1439th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).