North River Elem School vs Volta Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 646 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North River Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
315 students
Volta Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
739 students
| Measure | North River Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Volta Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1708 of 2,303 | #2036 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #42513 of 50,301 | #46943 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 315 | 739 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 739 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.1% | 90.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North River Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.7 vs 16.4).
- •North River Elem School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •North River Elem School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 19%).
- •North River Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.1% vs 90.8%).
- •Volta Elem School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.3).
- •Volta Elem School is the larger school with 739 students compared with 315.
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 North River Elem School better than Volta Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), North River Elem School ranks higher (23.7 vs 16.4 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 North River Elem School and Volta Elem School?
About 646 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North River Elem School: 315. Volta Elem School: 739. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North River Elem School and Volta Elem School rank in Illinois?
North River Elem School is 1708th of 2,303 and Volta Elem School is 2036th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).