Arts Academy Elementary CS vs Central El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 807 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arts Academy Elementary CS
Allentown · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
425 students
Central El Sch
Allentown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
694 students
| Measure | Arts Academy Elementary CS Allentown, Pennsylvania | Central El Sch Allentown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1404 of 1,627 | #1590 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #43197 of 50,301 | #48793 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 425 | 694 |
| Enrollment | 425 | 694 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 104.7% | 100.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.2 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 11% |
| city | Allentown | Allentown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arts Academy Elementary CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.6 vs 12.2).
- •Arts Academy Elementary CS does better on math proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •Arts Academy Elementary CS does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 23%).
- •Central El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (100.4% vs 104.7%).
- •Arts Academy Elementary CS does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 14.2).
- •Central El Sch is the larger school with 694 students compared with 425.
- •Arts Academy Elementary CS is a charter school while Central El Sch is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Arts Academy Elementary CS better than Central El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Arts Academy Elementary CS ranks higher (22.6 vs 12.2 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 Arts Academy Elementary CS and Central El Sch?
About 807 m in a straight line, between Allentown and Allentown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arts Academy Elementary CS: 425. Central El Sch: 694. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arts Academy Elementary CS and Central El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Arts Academy Elementary CS is 1404th of 1,627 and Central El Sch is 1590th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).