Franklin Benjamin Sch vs Washington Grover Jr Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Benjamin Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
570 students
Washington Grover Jr Sch
Philadelphia · Public middle · Grades 5–8
400 students
| Measure | Franklin Benjamin Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Washington Grover Jr Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1584 of 1,627 | #508 of 521 |
| National rank | #48591 of 50,301 | #14696 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 570 | 400 |
| Enrollment | 570 | 400 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 103.7% | 107% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 14% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Grover Jr Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.0 vs 12.7).
- •Washington Grover Jr Sch does better on math proficiency (14% vs 11%).
- •Washington Grover Jr Sch does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 26%).
- •Franklin Benjamin Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (103.7% vs 107%).
- •Franklin Benjamin Sch is the larger school with 570 students compared with 400.
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 Franklin Benjamin Sch better than Washington Grover Jr Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Grover Jr Sch ranks higher (14.0 vs 12.7 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 Franklin Benjamin Sch and Washington Grover Jr Sch?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Benjamin Sch: 570. Washington Grover Jr Sch: 400. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Benjamin Sch and Washington Grover Jr Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Franklin Benjamin Sch is 1584th of 1,627 and Washington Grover Jr Sch is 508th of 521 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).