Nicholson Elem School vs Taylor Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 67 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nicholson Elem School
Montgomery · Public elementary · Grades K–5
337 students
Taylor Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
337 students
| Measure | Nicholson Elem School Montgomery, Illinois | Taylor Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1824 of 2,303 | #1747 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #44298 of 50,301 | #43249 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 337 | 337 |
| Enrollment | 337 | 337 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.8% | 88.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 22% |
| city | Montgomery | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Taylor Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.6 vs 20.9).
- •Taylor Elem School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 7.5%).
- •Nicholson Elem School does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Nicholson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.8% vs 88.1%).
- •Taylor Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 16.0).
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 Nicholson Elem School better than Taylor Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Taylor Elem School ranks higher (22.6 vs 20.9 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 Nicholson Elem School and Taylor Elem School?
About 67 km in a straight line, between Montgomery and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nicholson Elem School: 337. Taylor Elem School: 337. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nicholson Elem School and Taylor Elem School rank in Illinois?
Nicholson Elem School is 1824th of 2,303 and Taylor Elem School is 1747th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).