Portage Park Elem School vs Reinberg Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Portage Park Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
933 students
Reinberg Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
768 students
| Measure | Portage Park Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Reinberg Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1509 of 2,303 | #1477 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #39355 of 50,301 | #38956 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 933 | 768 |
| Enrollment | 933 | 768 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.9% | 75% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 24% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (28.8 vs 29.4).
- •Portage Park Elem School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 24%).
- •Portage Park Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.9% vs 75%).
- •Reinberg Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.6).
- •Portage Park Elem School is the larger school with 933 students compared with 768.
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 Portage Park Elem School better than Reinberg 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 Portage Park Elem School and Reinberg Elem School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Portage Park Elem School: 933. Reinberg Elem School: 768. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Portage Park Elem School and Reinberg Elem School rank in Illinois?
Portage Park Elem School is 1509th of 2,303 and Reinberg Elem School is 1477th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).