Allison Park El Sch vs South Central El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Allison Park El Sch
Houston · Public elementary · Grades K–6
691 students
South Central El
Canonsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–4
450 students
| Measure | Allison Park El Sch Houston, Pennsylvania | South Central El Canonsburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #489 of 1,627 | #252 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #9490 of 50,301 | #3711 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 691 | 450 |
| Enrollment | 691 | 450 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37% | 48% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 82% |
| city | Houston | Canonsburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Central El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.4 vs 72.6).
- •South Central El does better on math proficiency (82% vs 55%).
- •South Central El does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 75%).
- •Allison Park El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37% vs 48%).
- •South Central El does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.4).
- •Allison Park El Sch is the larger school with 691 students compared with 450.
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 Allison Park El Sch better than South Central El?
On the Success Index (US), South Central El ranks higher (82.4 vs 72.6 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 Allison Park El Sch and South Central El?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Houston and Canonsburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Allison Park El Sch: 691. South Central El: 450. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Allison Park El Sch and South Central El rank in Pennsylvania?
Allison Park El Sch is 489th of 1,627 and South Central El is 252nd of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).