Bethune Mary McLeod Sch vs Potter-Thomas Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 940 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bethune Mary McLeod Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
433 students
Potter-Thomas Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
325 students
| Measure | Bethune Mary McLeod Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Potter-Thomas Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1589 of 1,627 | #1516 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #48754 of 50,301 | #46777 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 433 | 325 |
| Enrollment | 433 | 325 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 104.2% | 111.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 8.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 6% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Potter-Thomas Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.7 vs 12.3).
- •Potter-Thomas Sch does better on math proficiency (6% vs 4%).
- •Potter-Thomas Sch does better on reading proficiency (20% vs 16%).
- •Bethune Mary McLeod Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (104.2% vs 111.1%).
- •Potter-Thomas Sch does better on students per teacher (8.3 vs 12.7).
- •Bethune Mary McLeod Sch is the larger school with 433 students compared with 325.
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 Bethune Mary McLeod Sch better than Potter-Thomas Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Potter-Thomas Sch ranks higher (16.7 vs 12.3 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 Bethune Mary McLeod Sch and Potter-Thomas Sch?
About 940 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bethune Mary McLeod Sch: 433. Potter-Thomas Sch: 325. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bethune Mary McLeod Sch and Potter-Thomas Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Bethune Mary McLeod Sch is 1589th of 1,627 and Potter-Thomas Sch is 1516th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).