Franklin S Edmonds Sch vs Samuel Pennypacker Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin S Edmonds Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
391 students
Samuel Pennypacker Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
328 students
| Measure | Franklin S Edmonds Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Samuel Pennypacker Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1566 of 1,627 | #1557 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #48000 of 50,301 | #47712 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 391 | 328 |
| Enrollment | 391 | 328 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 105.9% | 99.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 6% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.2 vs 14.9).
- •Franklin S Edmonds Sch does better on math proficiency (9% vs 6%).
- •Franklin S Edmonds Sch does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 19%).
- •Samuel Pennypacker Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.1% vs 105.9%).
- •Franklin S Edmonds Sch is the larger school with 391 students compared with 328.
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 S Edmonds Sch better than Samuel Pennypacker Sch?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Franklin S Edmonds Sch and Samuel Pennypacker Sch?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin S Edmonds Sch: 391. Samuel Pennypacker Sch: 328. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin S Edmonds Sch and Samuel Pennypacker Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Franklin S Edmonds Sch is 1566th of 1,627 and Samuel Pennypacker Sch is 1557th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).