Dayton El Sch vs North Dickinson El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 187 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dayton El Sch
Dayton · Public elementary · Grades K–6
194 students
North Dickinson El Sch
Carlisle · Public elementary · Grades K–5
193 students
| Measure | Dayton El Sch Dayton, Pennsylvania | North Dickinson El Sch Carlisle, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #758 of 1,627 | #549 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #17127 of 50,301 | #11024 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 194 | 193 |
| Enrollment | 194 | 193 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 42.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 57% |
| city | Dayton | Carlisle |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Dickinson El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.4 vs 61.5).
- •Dayton El Sch does better on math proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •North Dickinson El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.5% vs 100%).
- •Dayton El Sch does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 14.8).
- •Dayton El Sch is the larger school with 194 students compared with 193.
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 Dayton El Sch better than North Dickinson El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), North Dickinson El Sch ranks higher (70.4 vs 61.5 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 Dayton El Sch and North Dickinson El Sch?
About 187 km in a straight line, between Dayton and Carlisle in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dayton El Sch: 194. North Dickinson El Sch: 193. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dayton El Sch and North Dickinson El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Dayton El Sch is 758th of 1,627 and North Dickinson El Sch is 549th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).