Bridesburg Sch vs Sullivan James J Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bridesburg Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
525 students
Sullivan James J Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–5
373 students
| Measure | Bridesburg Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Sullivan James J Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1235 of 1,627 | #1616 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #35136 of 50,301 | #49816 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 525 | 373 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 373 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 104.2% | 101.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 4% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bridesburg Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.2 vs 8.5).
- •Bridesburg Sch does better on math proficiency (35% vs 4%).
- •Bridesburg Sch does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 15%).
- •Sullivan James J Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (101.9% vs 104.2%).
- •Bridesburg Sch does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.9).
- •Bridesburg Sch is the larger school with 525 students compared with 373.
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 Bridesburg Sch better than Sullivan James J Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Bridesburg Sch ranks higher (35.2 vs 8.5 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 Bridesburg Sch and Sullivan James J Sch?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bridesburg Sch: 525. Sullivan James J Sch: 373. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bridesburg Sch and Sullivan James J Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Bridesburg Sch is 1235th of 1,627 and Sullivan James J Sch is 1616th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).