Nathan Hale Primary School vs North Ward Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 209 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nathan Hale Primary School
Crestwood · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
334 students
North Ward Elementary School
Tuscola · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
334 students
| Measure | Nathan Hale Primary School Crestwood, Illinois | North Ward Elementary School Tuscola, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1305 of 2,303 | #1081 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #35804 of 50,301 | #31277 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 334 | 334 |
| Enrollment | 334 | 334 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.1% | 44.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 22% |
| city | Crestwood | Tuscola |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Ward Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.0 vs 34.2).
- •Nathan Hale Primary School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •North Ward Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •North Ward Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.3% vs 70.1%).
- •North Ward Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.8).
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 Nathan Hale Primary School better than North Ward Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), North Ward Elementary School ranks higher (41.0 vs 34.2 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 Nathan Hale Primary School and North Ward Elementary School?
About 209 km in a straight line, between Crestwood and Tuscola in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nathan Hale Primary School: 334. North Ward Elementary School: 334. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nathan Hale Primary School and North Ward Elementary School rank in Illinois?
Nathan Hale Primary School is 1305th of 2,303 and North Ward Elementary School is 1081st of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).