Ferguson Sch vs Hiram W Dodd El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 128 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ferguson Sch
York · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
627 students
Hiram W Dodd El Sch
Allentown · Public elementary · Grades K–5
627 students
| Measure | Ferguson Sch York, Pennsylvania | Hiram W Dodd El Sch Allentown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1600 of 1,627 | #1344 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #49121 of 50,301 | #40082 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 627 | 627 |
| Enrollment | 627 | 627 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.8% | 109.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 3% | 32% |
| city | York | Allentown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hiram W Dodd El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.5 vs 11.2).
- •Hiram W Dodd El Sch does better on math proficiency (32% vs 3%).
- •Hiram W Dodd El Sch does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 17%).
- •Ferguson Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (100.8% vs 109.1%).
- •Ferguson Sch does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 16.1).
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 Ferguson Sch better than Hiram W Dodd El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Hiram W Dodd El Sch ranks higher (27.5 vs 11.2 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 Ferguson Sch and Hiram W Dodd El Sch?
About 128 km in a straight line, between York and Allentown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ferguson Sch: 627. Hiram W Dodd El Sch: 627. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ferguson Sch and Hiram W Dodd El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Ferguson Sch is 1600th of 1,627 and Hiram W Dodd El Sch is 1344th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).