Central HS vs Pennell Joseph Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 659 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central HS
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,329 students
Pennell Joseph Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
301 students
| Measure | Central HS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Pennell Joseph Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #298 of 618 | #1577 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #5213 of 16,910 | #48306 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,329 | 301 |
| Enrollment | 2,329 | 301 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 102.3% |
| Students per teacher | 26.8 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 99.5% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 99.5% | 2.5% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.2 vs 13.5).
- •Central HS does better on math proficiency (99.5% vs 2.5%).
- •Central HS does better on reading proficiency (99.5% vs 17%).
- •Central HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.2% vs 102.3%).
- •Pennell Joseph Sch does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 26.8).
- •Central HS is the larger school with 2,329 students compared with 301.
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 HS better than Pennell Joseph Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Central HS ranks higher (62.2 vs 13.5 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 HS and Pennell Joseph Sch?
About 659 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central HS: 2,329. Pennell Joseph Sch: 301. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central HS and Pennell Joseph Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Central HS is 298th of 618 and Pennell Joseph Sch is 1577th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).