Arts Academy Elementary CS vs Harrison-Morton MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.1 km 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
Harrison-Morton MS
Allentown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
704 students
| Measure | Arts Academy Elementary CS Allentown, Pennsylvania | Harrison-Morton MS Allentown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1404 of 1,627 | #488 of 521 |
| National rank | #43197 of 50,301 | #13937 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 425 | 704 |
| Enrollment | 425 | 704 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 104.7% | 94.7% |
| Students per teacher | 9.2 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 31% |
| 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 19.0).
- •Arts Academy Elementary CS does better on math proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •Arts Academy Elementary CS does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •Harrison-Morton MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.7% vs 104.7%).
- •Arts Academy Elementary CS does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 13.5).
- •Harrison-Morton MS is the larger school with 704 students compared with 425.
- •Arts Academy Elementary CS is a charter school while Harrison-Morton MS 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Arts Academy Elementary CS better than Harrison-Morton MS?
On the Success Index (US), Arts Academy Elementary CS ranks higher (22.6 vs 19.0 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 Harrison-Morton MS?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Allentown and Allentown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arts Academy Elementary CS: 425. Harrison-Morton MS: 704. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arts Academy Elementary CS and Harrison-Morton MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Arts Academy Elementary CS is 1404th of 1,627 and Harrison-Morton MS is 488th of 521 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).