Peck Elem School vs Richardson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 720 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Peck Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
777 students
Richardson Middle School
Chicago · Public middle · Grades 5–8
844 students
| Measure | Peck Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Richardson Middle School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1658 of 2,303 | #629 of 670 |
| National rank | #41842 of 50,301 | #14308 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 777 | 844 |
| Enrollment | 777 | 844 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 87.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 16% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Peck Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.8 vs 16.8).
- •Peck Elem School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 16%).
- •Peck Elem School does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 23%).
- •Richardson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.8% vs 91.4%).
- •Richardson Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.2).
- •Richardson Middle School is the larger school with 844 students compared with 777.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Peck Elem School better than Richardson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Peck Elem School ranks higher (24.8 vs 16.8 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 Peck Elem School and Richardson Middle School?
About 720 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Peck Elem School: 777. Richardson Middle School: 844. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Peck Elem School and Richardson Middle School rank in Illinois?
Peck Elem School is 1658th of 2,303 and Richardson Middle School is 629th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).