Benjamin Rush El Sch vs Bensalem Twp HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Rush El Sch
Bensalem · Public elementary · Grades K–6
446 students
Bensalem Twp HS
Bensalem · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,151 students
| Measure | Benjamin Rush El Sch Bensalem, Pennsylvania | Bensalem Twp HS Bensalem, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1397 of 1,627 | #457 of 618 |
| National rank | #42811 of 50,301 | #9425 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 446 | 2,151 |
| Enrollment | 446 | 2,151 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.9% | 98.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 54% |
| city | Bensalem | Bensalem |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bensalem Twp HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.1 vs 23.2).
- •Bensalem Twp HS does better on math proficiency (54% vs 19%).
- •Bensalem Twp HS does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 36%).
- •Benjamin Rush El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.9% vs 98.4%).
- •Benjamin Rush El Sch does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.6).
- •Bensalem Twp HS is the larger school with 2,151 students compared with 446.
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 Rush El Sch better than Bensalem Twp HS?
On the Success Index (US), Bensalem Twp HS ranks higher (46.1 vs 23.2 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 Benjamin Rush El Sch and Bensalem Twp HS?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Bensalem and Bensalem in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Rush El Sch: 446. Bensalem Twp HS: 2,151. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Rush El Sch and Bensalem Twp HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Benjamin Rush El Sch is 1397th of 1,627 and Bensalem Twp HS is 457th of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).