Alcott Elementary vs Philadelphia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alcott Elementary
Pomona · Public elementary · Grades K–6
606 students
Philadelphia Elementary
Pomona · Public elementary · Grades K–6
535 students
| Measure | Alcott Elementary Pomona, California | Philadelphia Elementary Pomona, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4908 of 5,693 | #4510 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47417 of 50,301 | #45541 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 606 | 535 |
| Enrollment | 606 | 535 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95% | 92% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 23% |
| city | Pomona | Pomona |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Philadelphia Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.9 vs 15.4).
- •Philadelphia Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 34%).
- •Philadelphia Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92% vs 95%).
- •Philadelphia Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.6 vs 21.6).
- •Alcott Elementary is the larger school with 606 students compared with 535.
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 Alcott Elementary better than Philadelphia Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Philadelphia Elementary ranks higher (18.9 vs 15.4 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 Alcott Elementary and Philadelphia Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Pomona and Pomona in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alcott Elementary: 606. Philadelphia Elementary: 535. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alcott Elementary and Philadelphia Elementary rank in California?
Alcott Elementary is 4908th of 5,693 and Philadelphia Elementary is 4510th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).