Penn Elementary vs San Diego SCPA
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 666 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Penn Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
366 students
San Diego SCPA
San Diego · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,297 students
| Measure | Penn Elementary San Diego, California | San Diego SCPA San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2794 of 5,693 | #606 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #34268 of 50,301 | #11221 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 366 | 1,297 |
| Enrollment | 366 | 1,297 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.4% | 58.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 30% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •San Diego SCPA scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.9 vs 36.6).
- •Penn Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 30%).
- •San Diego SCPA does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 52%).
- •San Diego SCPA does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.4% vs 81.4%).
- •Penn Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 24.9).
- •San Diego SCPA is the larger school with 1,297 students compared with 366.
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 Penn Elementary better than San Diego SCPA?
On the Success Index (US), San Diego SCPA ranks higher (38.9 vs 36.6 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 Penn Elementary and San Diego SCPA?
About 666 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Penn Elementary: 366. San Diego SCPA: 1,297. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Penn Elementary and San Diego SCPA rank in California?
Penn Elementary is 2794th of 5,693 and San Diego SCPA is 606th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).