Dodson El Sch vs Jefferson El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 80 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dodson El Sch
Wilkes Barre · Public elementary · Grades K–5
522 students
Jefferson El Sch
Allentown · Public elementary · Grades K–5
522 students
| Measure | Dodson El Sch Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania | Jefferson El Sch Allentown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1548 of 1,627 | #1558 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #47477 of 50,301 | #47743 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 522 | 522 |
| Enrollment | 522 | 522 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.5% | 104% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 20% |
| city | Wilkes Barre | Allentown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (15.3 vs 14.8).
- •Jefferson El Sch does better on math proficiency (20% vs 18%).
- •Dodson El Sch does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 29%).
- •Dodson El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.5% vs 104%).
- •Jefferson El Sch does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 20.9).
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 Dodson El Sch better than Jefferson El 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 Dodson El Sch and Jefferson El Sch?
About 80 km in a straight line, between Wilkes Barre and Allentown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dodson El Sch: 522. Jefferson El Sch: 522. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dodson El Sch and Jefferson El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Dodson El Sch is 1548th of 1,627 and Jefferson El Sch is 1558th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).