Franklin LC vs Parkway Center City Middle College
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 390 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin LC
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
918 students
Parkway Center City Middle College
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
436 students
| Measure | Franklin LC Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Parkway Center City Middle College Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #507 of 618 | #353 of 618 |
| National rank | #11474 of 16,910 | #6220 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 918 | 436 |
| Enrollment | 918 | 436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.2% | 97.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 33.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 82% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkway Center City Middle College scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.4 vs 37.9).
- •Parkway Center City Middle College does better on math proficiency (82% vs 37%).
- •Parkway Center City Middle College does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 57%).
- •Franklin LC does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.2% vs 97.7%).
- •Franklin LC does better on students per teacher (20.0 vs 33.5).
- •Franklin LC is the larger school with 918 students compared with 436.
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 LC better than Parkway Center City Middle College?
On the Success Index (US), Parkway Center City Middle College ranks higher (58.4 vs 37.9 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 LC and Parkway Center City Middle College?
About 390 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin LC: 918. Parkway Center City Middle College: 436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin LC and Parkway Center City Middle College rank in Pennsylvania?
Franklin LC is 507th of 618 and Parkway Center City Middle College is 353rd of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).