Glenwood El Sch vs Pennell El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenwood El Sch
Media · Public elementary · Grades K–5
586 students
Pennell El Sch
Aston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
415 students
| Measure | Glenwood El Sch Media, Pennsylvania | Pennell El Sch Aston, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #233 of 1,627 | #211 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #3221 of 50,301 | #2799 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 586 | 415 |
| Enrollment | 586 | 415 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.7% | 30.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 77% |
| city | Media | Aston |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (83.3 vs 84.2).
- •Pennell El Sch does better on math proficiency (77% vs 75%).
- •Glenwood El Sch does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 77%).
- •Glenwood El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.7% vs 30.6%).
- •Pennell El Sch does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 17.2).
- •Glenwood El Sch is the larger school with 586 students compared with 415.
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 Glenwood El Sch better than Pennell El 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 Glenwood El Sch and Pennell El Sch?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Media and Aston in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenwood El Sch: 586. Pennell El Sch: 415. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenwood El Sch and Pennell El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Glenwood El Sch is 233rd of 1,627 and Pennell El Sch is 211th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).