Central El Sch vs Washington El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central El Sch
Allentown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
694 students
Washington El Sch
Allentown · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
362 students
| Measure | Central El Sch Allentown, Pennsylvania | Washington El Sch Allentown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1590 of 1,627 | #1522 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #48793 of 50,301 | #46944 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 694 | 362 |
| Enrollment | 694 | 362 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.4% | 99.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 17% |
| city | Allentown | Allentown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.4 vs 12.2).
- •Washington El Sch does better on math proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •Washington El Sch does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 23%).
- •Washington El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.2% vs 100.4%).
- •Central El Sch does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.5).
- •Central El Sch is the larger school with 694 students compared with 362.
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 Central El Sch better than Washington El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Washington El Sch ranks higher (16.4 vs 12.2 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 Central El Sch and Washington El Sch?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Allentown and Allentown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central El Sch: 694. Washington El Sch: 362. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central El Sch and Washington El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Central El Sch is 1590th of 1,627 and Washington El Sch is 1522nd of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).