Elkin Lewis Sch vs Sheridan Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 617 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elkin Lewis Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–4
455 students
Sheridan Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–5
437 students
| Measure | Elkin Lewis Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Sheridan Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1565 of 1,627 | #1546 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #47997 of 50,301 | #47457 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 455 | 437 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 437 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 117.1% | 105.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 16% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sheridan Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.4 vs 14.2).
- •Sheridan Sch does better on math proficiency (16% vs 8%).
- •Sheridan Sch does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Sheridan Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (105.7% vs 117.1%).
- •Elkin Lewis Sch does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 12.5).
- •Elkin Lewis Sch is the larger school with 455 students compared with 437.
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 Elkin Lewis Sch better than Sheridan Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Sheridan Sch ranks higher (15.4 vs 14.2 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 Elkin Lewis Sch and Sheridan Sch?
About 617 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elkin Lewis Sch: 455. Sheridan Sch: 437. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elkin Lewis Sch and Sheridan Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Elkin Lewis Sch is 1565th of 1,627 and Sheridan Sch is 1546th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).