Benjamin Rush El Sch vs Cynwyd Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 28 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
Cynwyd Sch
Bala Cynwyd · Public elementary · Grades K–4
446 students
| Measure | Benjamin Rush El Sch Bensalem, Pennsylvania | Cynwyd Sch Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 94 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1397 of 1,627 | #14 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #42811 of 50,301 | #219 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 446 | 446 |
| Enrollment | 446 | 446 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.9% | 14.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 89% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 86% |
| city | Bensalem | Bala Cynwyd |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cynwyd Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.6 vs 23.2).
- •Cynwyd Sch does better on math proficiency (86% vs 19%).
- •Cynwyd Sch does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 36%).
- •Cynwyd Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.6% vs 91.9%).
- •Cynwyd Sch does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.9).
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 Cynwyd Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Cynwyd Sch ranks higher (93.6 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 Cynwyd Sch?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Bensalem and Bala Cynwyd in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Rush El Sch: 446. Cynwyd Sch: 446. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Rush El Sch and Cynwyd Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Benjamin Rush El Sch is 1397th of 1,627 and Cynwyd Sch is 14th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).