Benjamin Franklin Sch vs Downey Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 854 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Franklin Sch
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
678 students
Downey Sch
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
405 students
| Measure | Benjamin Franklin Sch Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Downey Sch Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1526 of 1,627 | #1599 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #47043 of 50,301 | #48991 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 678 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 678 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 109.1% | 100.7% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 12% |
| city | Harrisburg | Harrisburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benjamin Franklin Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.1 vs 11.6).
- •Downey Sch does better on math proficiency (12% vs 9%).
- •Benjamin Franklin Sch does better on reading proficiency (19% vs 12%).
- •Downey Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (100.7% vs 109.1%).
- •Benjamin Franklin Sch does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 13.5).
- •Benjamin Franklin Sch is the larger school with 678 students compared with 405.
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 Benjamin Franklin Sch better than Downey Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Benjamin Franklin Sch ranks higher (16.1 vs 11.6 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 Benjamin Franklin Sch and Downey Sch?
About 854 m in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Franklin Sch: 678. Downey Sch: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Franklin Sch and Downey Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Benjamin Franklin Sch is 1526th of 1,627 and Downey Sch is 1599th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).