Melody Elem School vs Tilton Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 791 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Melody Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
341 students
Tilton Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
244 students
| Measure | Melody Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Tilton Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2280 of 2,303 | #1997 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #49884 of 50,301 | #46506 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 341 | 244 |
| Enrollment | 341 | 244 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 83.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 5% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 7.5% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tilton Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.2 vs 8.0).
- •Tilton Elem School does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 4%).
- •Tilton Elem School does better on reading proficiency (7.5% vs 5%).
- •Tilton Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.2% vs 99.4%).
- •Tilton Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 15.5).
- •Melody Elem School is the larger school with 341 students compared with 244.
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 Melody Elem School better than Tilton Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Tilton Elem School ranks higher (17.2 vs 8.0 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 Melody Elem School and Tilton Elem School?
About 791 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Melody Elem School: 341. Tilton Elem School: 244. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Melody Elem School and Tilton Elem School rank in Illinois?
Melody Elem School is 2280th of 2,303 and Tilton Elem School is 1997th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).