Central Manor El Sch vs Penn Alexander Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 104 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Manor El Sch
Washington Boro · Public elementary · Grades K–6
595 students
Penn Alexander Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
595 students
| Measure | Central Manor El Sch Washington Boro, Pennsylvania | Penn Alexander Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #592 of 1,627 | #719 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #12121 of 50,301 | #16202 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 595 | 595 |
| Enrollment | 595 | 595 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.6% | 98.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 76% |
| city | Washington Boro | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Manor El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.8 vs 62.9).
- •Penn Alexander Sch does better on math proficiency (76% vs 63%).
- •Penn Alexander Sch does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 74%).
- •Central Manor El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.6% vs 98.2%).
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 Manor El Sch better than Penn Alexander Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Central Manor El Sch ranks higher (68.8 vs 62.9 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 Manor El Sch and Penn Alexander Sch?
About 104 km in a straight line, between Washington Boro and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Manor El Sch: 595. Penn Alexander Sch: 595. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Manor El Sch and Penn Alexander Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Central Manor El Sch is 592nd of 1,627 and Penn Alexander Sch is 719th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).