OKeeffe Elem School vs Powell Elem Paideia Comm Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
OKeeffe Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
572 students
Powell Elem Paideia Comm Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
542 students
| Measure | OKeeffe Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Powell Elem Paideia Comm Academy Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1988 of 2,303 | #1964 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #46441 of 50,301 | #46080 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 572 | 542 |
| Enrollment | 572 | 542 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82% | 88.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 8% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 9% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (17.3 vs 18.0).
- •Powell Elem Paideia Comm Academy does better on math proficiency (9% vs 7%).
- •Powell Elem Paideia Comm Academy does better on reading proficiency (15% vs 8%).
- •OKeeffe Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82% vs 88.6%).
- •Powell Elem Paideia Comm Academy does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 13.3).
- •OKeeffe Elem School is the larger school with 572 students compared with 542.
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 OKeeffe Elem School better than Powell Elem Paideia Comm 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 OKeeffe Elem School and Powell Elem Paideia Comm Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
OKeeffe Elem School: 572. Powell Elem Paideia Comm Academy: 542. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do OKeeffe Elem School and Powell Elem Paideia Comm Academy rank in Illinois?
OKeeffe Elem School is 1988th of 2,303 and Powell Elem Paideia Comm Academy is 1964th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).