DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS vs Potter-Thomas Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 558 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
550 students
Potter-Thomas Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
325 students
| Measure | DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Potter-Thomas Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1527 of 1,627 | #1516 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #47052 of 50,301 | #46777 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 550 | 325 |
| Enrollment | 550 | 325 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 110.5% | 111.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 8.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 6% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (16.1 vs 16.7).
- •DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS does better on math proficiency (8% vs 6%).
- •Potter-Thomas Sch does better on reading proficiency (20% vs 19%).
- •DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (110.5% vs 111.1%).
- •Potter-Thomas Sch does better on students per teacher (8.3 vs 10.2).
- •DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS is the larger school with 550 students compared with 325.
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 DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS better than Potter-Thomas Sch?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS and Potter-Thomas Sch?
About 558 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS: 550. Potter-Thomas Sch: 325. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS and Potter-Thomas Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS is 1527th of 1,627 and Potter-Thomas Sch is 1516th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).