Peterson Elem School vs Von Steuben Metro Science HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 969 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Peterson Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
913 students
Von Steuben Metro Science HS
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,698 students
| Measure | Peterson Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Von Steuben Metro Science HS Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1453 of 2,303 | #205 of 691 |
| National rank | #38352 of 50,301 | #9721 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 913 | 1,698 |
| Enrollment | 913 | 1,698 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.8% | 61.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 50% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Von Steuben Metro Science HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.9 vs 30.3).
- •Von Steuben Metro Science HS does better on math proficiency (50% vs 28%).
- •Von Steuben Metro Science HS does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 27%).
- •Peterson Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.8% vs 61.2%).
- •Peterson Elem School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 16.0).
- •Von Steuben Metro Science HS is the larger school with 1,698 students compared with 913.
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 Peterson Elem School better than Von Steuben Metro Science HS?
On the Success Index (US), Von Steuben Metro Science HS ranks higher (44.9 vs 30.3 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 Peterson Elem School and Von Steuben Metro Science HS?
About 969 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Peterson Elem School: 913. Von Steuben Metro Science HS: 1,698. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Peterson Elem School and Von Steuben Metro Science HS rank in Illinois?
Peterson Elem School is 1453rd of 2,303 and Von Steuben Metro Science HS is 205th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).