Charles Sumner #18 vs West Scranton Intrmd Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles Sumner #18
Scranton · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
250 students
West Scranton Intrmd Sch
Scranton · Public middle · Grades 5–8
820 students
| Measure | Charles Sumner #18 Scranton, Pennsylvania | West Scranton Intrmd Sch Scranton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1393 of 1,627 | #418 of 521 |
| National rank | #42738 of 50,301 | #10887 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 250 | 820 |
| Enrollment | 250 | 820 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.8% | 102.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 24% |
| city | Scranton | Scranton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Scranton Intrmd Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.9 vs 23.3).
- •West Scranton Intrmd Sch does better on math proficiency (24% vs 22%).
- •West Scranton Intrmd Sch does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 47%).
- •Charles Sumner #18 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.8% vs 102.3%).
- •West Scranton Intrmd Sch does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 17.9).
- •West Scranton Intrmd Sch is the larger school with 820 students compared with 250.
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 Charles Sumner #18 better than West Scranton Intrmd Sch?
On the Success Index (US), West Scranton Intrmd Sch ranks higher (34.9 vs 23.3 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 Charles Sumner #18 and West Scranton Intrmd Sch?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Scranton and Scranton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles Sumner #18: 250. West Scranton Intrmd Sch: 820. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles Sumner #18 and West Scranton Intrmd Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Charles Sumner #18 is 1393rd of 1,627 and West Scranton Intrmd Sch is 418th of 521 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).