New Beginnings Learning Academy vs S T E M Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 815 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
New Beginnings Learning Academy
South Holland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
288 students
S T E M Academy
Calumet City · Public middle · Grades 8–8
243 students
| Measure | New Beginnings Learning Academy South Holland, Illinois | S T E M Academy Calumet City, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 5 Lower 50% | 5 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2301 of 2,303 | #669 of 670 |
| National rank | #50207 of 50,301 | #15310 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 8–8 |
| Students | 288 | 243 |
| Enrollment | 288 | 243 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 3% | 7.5% |
| city | South Holland | Calumet City |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (4.8 vs 5.2).
- •S T E M Academy does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 3%).
- •S T E M Academy does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •New Beginnings Learning Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.3% vs 99.6%).
- •New Beginnings Learning Academy does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 22.1).
- •New Beginnings Learning Academy is the larger school with 288 students compared with 243.
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 New Beginnings Learning Academy better than S T E M Academy?
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 New Beginnings Learning Academy and S T E M Academy?
About 815 m in a straight line, between South Holland and Calumet City in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
New Beginnings Learning Academy: 288. S T E M Academy: 243. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do New Beginnings Learning Academy and S T E M Academy rank in Illinois?
New Beginnings Learning Academy is 2301st of 2,303 and S T E M Academy is 669th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).