Darby Twp Sch vs Harris Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Darby Twp Sch
Glenolden · Public elementary · Grades K–8
618 students
Harris Sch
Collingdale · Public elementary · Grades K–8
715 students
| Measure | Darby Twp Sch Glenolden, Pennsylvania | Harris Sch Collingdale, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1441 of 1,627 | #1394 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #44717 of 50,301 | #42752 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 618 | 715 |
| Enrollment | 618 | 715 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.5% | 96.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 18% |
| city | Glenolden | Collingdale |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harris Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.3 vs 20.2).
- •Darby Twp Sch does better on math proficiency (24% vs 18%).
- •Harris Sch does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 39%).
- •Harris Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.2% vs 100.5%).
- •Harris Sch is the larger school with 715 students compared with 618.
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 Darby Twp Sch better than Harris Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Harris Sch ranks higher (23.3 vs 20.2 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 Darby Twp Sch and Harris Sch?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Glenolden and Collingdale in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Darby Twp Sch: 618. Harris Sch: 715. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Darby Twp Sch and Harris Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Darby Twp Sch is 1441st of 1,627 and Harris Sch is 1394th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).