Central El Sch vs Patterson Primary Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central El Sch
Beaver Falls · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
466 students
Patterson Primary Sch
Beaver Falls · Public elementary · Grades K–2
141 students
| Measure | Central El Sch Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania | Patterson Primary Sch Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1410 of 1,627 | #541 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #43570 of 50,301 | #10818 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 466 | 141 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 141 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.9% | 35.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 19% | – |
| city | Beaver Falls | Beaver Falls |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Patterson Primary Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.7 vs 22.0).
- •Patterson Primary Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.5% vs 97.9%).
- •Patterson Primary Sch does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.1).
- •Central El Sch is the larger school with 466 students compared with 141.
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 Patterson Primary Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Patterson Primary Sch ranks higher (70.7 vs 22.0 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 Patterson Primary Sch?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Beaver Falls and Beaver Falls in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central El Sch: 466. Patterson Primary Sch: 141. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central El Sch and Patterson Primary Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Central El Sch is 1410th of 1,627 and Patterson Primary Sch is 541st of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).