Murray Elem Language Academy vs Shoesmith Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 740 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Murray Elem Language Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–8
477 students
Shoesmith Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–6
294 students
| Measure | Murray Elem Language Academy Chicago, Illinois | Shoesmith Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1586 of 2,303 | #1557 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #40791 of 50,301 | #40290 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 477 | 294 |
| Enrollment | 477 | 294 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.6% | 71.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 19% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (26.4 vs 27.2).
- •Shoesmith Elem School does better on math proficiency (19% vs 16%).
- •Murray Elem Language Academy does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 23%).
- •Murray Elem Language Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.6% vs 71.8%).
- •Shoesmith Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 15.4).
- •Murray Elem Language Academy is the larger school with 477 students compared with 294.
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 Murray Elem Language Academy better than Shoesmith Elem School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Murray Elem Language Academy and Shoesmith Elem School?
About 740 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Murray Elem Language Academy: 477. Shoesmith Elem School: 294. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Murray Elem Language Academy and Shoesmith Elem School rank in Illinois?
Murray Elem Language Academy is 1586th of 2,303 and Shoesmith Elem School is 1557th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).