Caln El Sch vs North Brandywine MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.0 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
North Brandywine MS
Coatesville · Public middle · Grades 6–7
274 students
| Measure | Caln El Sch Thorndale, Pennsylvania | North Brandywine MS Coatesville, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1406 of 1,627 | #425 of 521 |
| National rank | #43318 of 50,301 | #11159 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–7 |
| Students | 440 | 274 |
| Enrollment | 440 | 274 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 103% | 137.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | – |
| Math proficiency | 24% | – |
| city | Thorndale | Coatesville |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Brandywine MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.7 vs 22.4).
- •Caln El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (103% vs 137.6%).
- •North Brandywine MS does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 12.6).
- •Caln El Sch is the larger school with 440 students compared with 274.
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 Caln El Sch better than North Brandywine MS?
On the Success Index (US), North Brandywine MS ranks higher (33.7 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 North Brandywine MS?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Thorndale and Coatesville in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Caln El Sch: 440. North Brandywine MS: 274. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Caln El Sch and North Brandywine MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Caln El Sch is 1406th of 1,627 and North Brandywine MS is 425th of 521 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).