Mosaic School of Fine Arts vs Palmer Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mosaic School of Fine Arts
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
746 students
Palmer Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
746 students
| Measure | Mosaic School of Fine Arts Chicago, Illinois | Palmer Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1753 of 2,303 | #1236 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #43352 of 50,301 | #34534 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 746 | 746 |
| Enrollment | 746 | 746 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.9% | 64.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 30% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palmer Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.2 vs 22.4).
- •Palmer Elem School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 26%).
- •Palmer Elem School does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 26%).
- •Palmer Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.9% vs 88.9%).
- •Mosaic School of Fine Arts does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.1).
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 Mosaic School of Fine Arts better than Palmer Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Palmer Elem School ranks higher (36.2 vs 22.4 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 Mosaic School of Fine Arts and Palmer Elem School?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mosaic School of Fine Arts: 746. Palmer Elem School: 746. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mosaic School of Fine Arts and Palmer Elem School rank in Illinois?
Mosaic School of Fine Arts is 1753rd of 2,303 and Palmer Elem School is 1236th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).