Senn High School vs Swift Elem Specialty School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 686 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Senn High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,571 students
Swift Elem Specialty School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
533 students
| Measure | Senn High School Chicago, Illinois | Swift Elem Specialty School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #425 of 691 | #1649 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #13302 of 16,910 | #41734 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,571 | 533 |
| Enrollment | 1,571 | 533 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.6% | 86.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 24% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Senn High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.2 vs 25.0).
- •Senn High School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 24%).
- •Senn High School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 23%).
- •Senn High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.6% vs 86.7%).
- •Swift Elem Specialty School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 15.6).
- •Senn High School is the larger school with 1,571 students compared with 533.
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 Senn High School better than Swift Elem Specialty School?
On the Success Index (US), Senn High School ranks higher (30.2 vs 25.0 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 Senn High School and Swift Elem Specialty School?
About 686 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Senn High School: 1,571. Swift Elem Specialty School: 533. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Senn High School and Swift Elem Specialty School rank in Illinois?
Senn High School is 425th of 691 and Swift Elem Specialty School is 1649th of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).