Arts Academy Elementary CS vs Ruby Bridge Childhood Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.4 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
Ruby Bridge Childhood Center
Allentown · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
125 students
| Measure | Arts Academy Elementary CS Allentown, Pennsylvania | Ruby Bridge Childhood Center Allentown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1404 of 1,627 | #914 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #43197 of 50,301 | #22101 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 425 | 125 |
| Enrollment | 425 | 125 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 104.7% | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.2 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | – |
| city | Allentown | Allentown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ruby Bridge Childhood Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.4 vs 22.6).
- •Arts Academy Elementary CS does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 13.9).
- •Arts Academy Elementary CS is the larger school with 425 students compared with 125.
- •Arts Academy Elementary CS is a charter school while Ruby Bridge Childhood Center 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 Ruby Bridge Childhood Center?
On the Success Index (US), Ruby Bridge Childhood Center ranks higher (54.4 vs 22.6 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 Arts Academy Elementary CS and Ruby Bridge Childhood Center?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Allentown and Allentown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arts Academy Elementary CS: 425. Ruby Bridge Childhood Center: 125. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arts Academy Elementary CS and Ruby Bridge Childhood Center rank in Pennsylvania?
Arts Academy Elementary CS is 1404th of 1,627 and Ruby Bridge Childhood Center is 914th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).