Garey High vs Philadelphia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 923 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garey High
Pomona · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,567 students
Philadelphia Elementary
Pomona · Public elementary · Grades K–6
535 students
| Measure | Garey High Pomona, California | Philadelphia Elementary Pomona, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1172 of 1,343 | #4510 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15640 of 16,910 | #45541 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,567 | 535 |
| Enrollment | 1,567 | 535 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 92% |
| Students per teacher | 21.2 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 23% |
| city | Pomona | Pomona |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Philadelphia Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.9 vs 17.8).
- •Philadelphia Elementary does better on math proficiency (23% vs 17%).
- •Garey High does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 38%).
- •Garey High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.4% vs 92%).
- •Philadelphia Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.6 vs 21.2).
- •Garey High is the larger school with 1,567 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 Garey High better than Philadelphia Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Philadelphia Elementary ranks higher (18.9 vs 17.8 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 Garey High and Philadelphia Elementary?
About 923 m in a straight line, between Pomona and Pomona in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garey High: 1,567. Philadelphia Elementary: 535. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garey High and Philadelphia Elementary rank in California?
Garey High is 1172nd of 1,343 and Philadelphia Elementary is 4510th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).