Biglerville El Sch vs Vida CS
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 9.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Biglerville El Sch
Biglerville · Public elementary · Grades K–3
421 students
Vida CS
Gettysburg · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
251 students
| Measure | Biglerville El Sch Biglerville, Pennsylvania | Vida CS Gettysburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #690 of 1,627 | #954 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #15150 of 50,301 | #23141 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 421 | 251 |
| Enrollment | 421 | 251 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.8% | 54.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 37% |
| city | Biglerville | Gettysburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Biglerville El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.4 vs 52.9).
- •Biglerville El Sch does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Biglerville El Sch does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •Vida CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.6% vs 61.8%).
- •Biglerville El Sch does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 13.2).
- •Biglerville El Sch is the larger school with 421 students compared with 251.
- •Biglerville El Sch is a public school while Vida CS is a charter 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Biglerville El Sch better than Vida CS?
On the Success Index (US), Biglerville El Sch ranks higher (64.4 vs 52.9 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 Biglerville El Sch and Vida CS?
About 9.2 km in a straight line, between Biglerville and Gettysburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Biglerville El Sch: 421. Vida CS: 251. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Biglerville El Sch and Vida CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Biglerville El Sch is 690th of 1,627 and Vida CS is 954th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).