Oliver W Holmes Elem School vs William Beye Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oliver W Holmes Elem School
Oak Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
513 students
William Beye Elem School
Oak Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
397 students
| Measure | Oliver W Holmes Elem School Oak Park, Illinois | William Beye Elem School Oak Park, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #397 of 2,303 | #398 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #14478 of 50,301 | #14504 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 513 | 397 |
| Enrollment | 513 | 397 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.9% | 17.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 52% |
| city | Oak Park | Oak Park |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.5 vs 65.5).
- •Oliver W Holmes Elem School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 52%).
- •William Beye Elem School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •William Beye Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.6% vs 25.9%).
- •Oliver W Holmes Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.2).
- •Oliver W Holmes Elem School is the larger school with 513 students compared with 397.
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 Oliver W Holmes Elem School better than William Beye Elem School?
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 Oliver W Holmes Elem School and William Beye Elem School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Oak Park and Oak Park in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Oliver W Holmes Elem School: 513. William Beye Elem School: 397. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Oliver W Holmes Elem School and William Beye Elem School rank in Illinois?
Oliver W Holmes Elem School is 397th of 2,303 and William Beye Elem School is 398th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).