Solomon Elem School vs West Ridge 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.
Solomon Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
323 students
West Ridge Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
683 students
| Measure | Solomon Elem School Chicago, Illinois | West Ridge Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #412 of 2,303 | #1172 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #14876 of 50,301 | #33398 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 323 | 683 |
| Enrollment | 323 | 683 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.9% | 84.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 40% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Solomon Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.9 vs 37.9).
- •Solomon Elem School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 40%).
- •Solomon Elem School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •Solomon Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.9% vs 84.8%).
- •Solomon Elem School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 13.4).
- •West Ridge Elem School is the larger school with 683 students compared with 323.
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 Solomon Elem School better than West Ridge Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Solomon Elem School ranks higher (64.9 vs 37.9 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 Solomon Elem School and West Ridge Elem School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Solomon Elem School: 323. West Ridge Elem School: 683. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Solomon Elem School and West Ridge Elem School rank in Illinois?
Solomon Elem School is 412th of 2,303 and West Ridge Elem School is 1172nd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).