Ferndale El Sch vs Tinicum Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 314 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ferndale El Sch
Johnstown · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
325 students
Tinicum Sch
Essington · Public elementary · Grades 1–8
325 students
| Measure | Ferndale El Sch Johnstown, Pennsylvania | Tinicum Sch Essington, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #628 of 1,627 | #865 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #13211 of 50,301 | #20485 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 1–8 |
| Students | 325 | 325 |
| Enrollment | 325 | 325 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 56.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 9.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 34% |
| city | Johnstown | Essington |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ferndale El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.3 vs 56.7).
- •Ferndale El Sch does better on math proficiency (52% vs 34%).
- •Ferndale El Sch does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 60%).
- •Tinicum Sch does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 12.5).
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 Ferndale El Sch better than Tinicum Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Ferndale El Sch ranks higher (67.3 vs 56.7 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 Ferndale El Sch and Tinicum Sch?
About 314 km in a straight line, between Johnstown and Essington in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ferndale El Sch: 325. Tinicum Sch: 325. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ferndale El Sch and Tinicum Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Ferndale El Sch is 628th of 1,627 and Tinicum Sch is 865th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).