Elmwood Academy vs Kindergarten Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 657 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elmwood Academy
Mechanicsburg · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
712 students
Kindergarten Academy
Mechanicsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–K
321 students
| Measure | Elmwood Academy Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania | Kindergarten Academy Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #652 of 1,627 | #689 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #13826 of 50,301 | #15111 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades K–K |
| Students | 712 | 321 |
| Enrollment | 712 | 321 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.3% | 44.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | – |
| Math proficiency | 54% | – |
| city | Mechanicsburg | Mechanicsburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elmwood Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.4 vs 64.5).
- •Elmwood Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.3% vs 44.2%).
- •Kindergarten Academy does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.5).
- •Elmwood Academy is the larger school with 712 students compared with 321.
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 Elmwood Academy better than Kindergarten Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Elmwood Academy ranks higher (66.4 vs 64.5 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 Elmwood Academy and Kindergarten Academy?
About 657 m in a straight line, between Mechanicsburg and Mechanicsburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elmwood Academy: 712. Kindergarten Academy: 321. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elmwood Academy and Kindergarten Academy rank in Pennsylvania?
Elmwood Academy is 652nd of 1,627 and Kindergarten Academy is 689th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).