Roy Elem School vs West Leyden High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Roy Elem School
Northlake · Public elementary · Grades K–5
545 students
West Leyden High School
Northlake · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,687 students
| Measure | Roy Elem School Northlake, Illinois | West Leyden High School Northlake, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1301 of 2,303 | #455 of 691 |
| National rank | #35734 of 50,301 | #13670 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 545 | 1,687 |
| Enrollment | 545 | 1,687 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.4% | 58.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| city | Northlake | Northlake |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Roy Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.3 vs 28.5).
- •Roy Elem School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 28%).
- •West Leyden High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.6% vs 59.4%).
- •Roy Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.4).
- •West Leyden High School is the larger school with 1,687 students compared with 545.
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 Roy Elem School better than West Leyden High School?
On the Success Index (US), Roy Elem School ranks higher (34.3 vs 28.5 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 Roy Elem School and West Leyden High School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Northlake and Northlake in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Roy Elem School: 545. West Leyden High School: 1,687. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Roy Elem School and West Leyden High School rank in Illinois?
Roy Elem School is 1301st of 2,303 and West Leyden High School is 455th of 691 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).