Central El Sch vs South Williamsport Area JSHS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 235 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central El Sch
South Williamsport · Public elementary · Grades K–4
414 students
South Williamsport Area JSHS
South Williamsport · Public high · Grades 7–12
478 students
| Measure | Central El Sch South Williamsport, Pennsylvania | South Williamsport Area JSHS South Williamsport, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #664 of 1,627 | #375 of 618 |
| National rank | #14316 of 50,301 | #6808 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 414 | 478 |
| Enrollment | 414 | 478 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57% | 59.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 43% |
| city | South Williamsport | South Williamsport |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.7 vs 56.0).
- •Central El Sch does better on math proficiency (57% vs 43%).
- •Central El Sch does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 64%).
- •Central El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57% vs 59.6%).
- •South Williamsport Area JSHS does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.8).
- •South Williamsport Area JSHS is the larger school with 478 students compared with 414.
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 South Williamsport Area JSHS?
On the Success Index (US), Central El Sch ranks higher (65.7 vs 56.0 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 South Williamsport Area JSHS?
About 235 m in a straight line, between South Williamsport and South Williamsport in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central El Sch: 414. South Williamsport Area JSHS: 478. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central El Sch and South Williamsport Area JSHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Central El Sch is 664th of 1,627 and South Williamsport Area JSHS is 375th of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).