Caln El Sch vs West Bradford El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.8 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
West Bradford El Sch
Downingtown · Public elementary · Grades K–5
623 students
| Measure | Caln El Sch Thorndale, Pennsylvania | West Bradford El Sch Downingtown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1406 of 1,627 | #138 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #43318 of 50,301 | #1843 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 440 | 623 |
| Enrollment | 440 | 623 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 103% | 11.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 74% |
| city | Thorndale | Downingtown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Bradford El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.5 vs 22.4).
- •West Bradford El Sch does better on math proficiency (74% vs 24%).
- •West Bradford El Sch does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 34%).
- •West Bradford El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.2% vs 103%).
- •Caln El Sch does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 15.2).
- •West Bradford El Sch is the larger school with 623 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Caln El Sch better than West Bradford El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), West Bradford El Sch ranks higher (86.5 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 West Bradford El Sch?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Thorndale and Downingtown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Caln El Sch: 440. West Bradford El Sch: 623. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Caln El Sch and West Bradford El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Caln El Sch is 1406th of 1,627 and West Bradford El Sch is 138th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).