Caln El Sch vs Downingtown HS West Campus
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Caln El Sch
Thorndale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
440 students
Downingtown HS West Campus
Downingtown · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,796 students
| Measure | Caln El Sch Thorndale, Pennsylvania | Downingtown HS West Campus Downingtown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1406 of 1,627 | #21 of 618 |
| National rank | #43318 of 50,301 | #316 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 440 | 1,796 |
| Enrollment | 440 | 1,796 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 103% | 18.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 89% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 84% |
| city | Thorndale | Downingtown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Downingtown HS West Campus scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.8 vs 22.4).
- •Downingtown HS West Campus does better on math proficiency (84% vs 24%).
- •Downingtown HS West Campus does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 34%).
- •Downingtown HS West Campus does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.9% vs 103%).
- •Caln El Sch does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.1).
- •Downingtown HS West Campus is the larger school with 1,796 students compared with 440.
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 Caln El Sch better than Downingtown HS West Campus?
On the Success Index (US), Downingtown HS West Campus ranks higher (88.8 vs 22.4 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 Caln El Sch and Downingtown HS West Campus?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Thorndale and Downingtown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Caln El Sch: 440. Downingtown HS West Campus: 1,796. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Caln El Sch and Downingtown HS West Campus rank in Pennsylvania?
Caln El Sch is 1406th of 1,627 and Downingtown HS West Campus is 21st of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).