Melzer School vs Washington Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 902 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Melzer School
Morton Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–5
395 students
Washington Elem School
Glenview · Public elementary · Grades K–5
406 students
| Measure | Melzer School Morton Grove, Illinois | Washington Elem School Glenview, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #269 of 2,303 | #816 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #10808 of 50,301 | #24859 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 395 | 406 |
| Enrollment | 395 | 406 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40% | 50.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 37% |
| city | Morton Grove | Glenview |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Melzer School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.7 vs 50.5).
- •Melzer School does better on math proficiency (58% vs 37%).
- •Melzer School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 47%).
- •Melzer School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40% vs 50.5%).
- •Washington Elem School is the larger school with 406 students compared with 395.
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 Melzer School better than Washington Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Melzer School ranks higher (70.7 vs 50.5 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 Melzer School and Washington Elem School?
About 902 m in a straight line, between Morton Grove and Glenview in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Melzer School: 395. Washington Elem School: 406. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Melzer School and Washington Elem School rank in Illinois?
Melzer School is 269th of 2,303 and Washington Elem School is 816th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).