Foose Sch vs Steelton-Highspire El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foose Sch
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
522 students
Steelton-Highspire El Sch
Steelton · Public elementary · Grades K–6
821 students
| Measure | Foose Sch Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Steelton-Highspire El Sch Steelton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1483 of 1,627 | #1521 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #45782 of 50,301 | #46939 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 522 | 821 |
| Enrollment | 522 | 821 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.9% | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 6% |
| city | Harrisburg | Steelton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Foose Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.5 vs 16.4).
- •Foose Sch does better on math proficiency (12% vs 6%).
- •Foose Sch does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 13.5).
- •Steelton-Highspire El Sch is the larger school with 821 students compared with 522.
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 Foose Sch better than Steelton-Highspire El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Foose Sch ranks higher (18.5 vs 16.4 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 Foose Sch and Steelton-Highspire El Sch?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Steelton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Foose Sch: 522. Steelton-Highspire El Sch: 821. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Foose Sch and Steelton-Highspire El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Foose Sch is 1483rd of 1,627 and Steelton-Highspire El Sch is 1521st of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).