Heston Edward Sch vs Overbrook HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 845 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heston Edward Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
245 students
Overbrook HS
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
440 students
| Measure | Heston Edward Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Overbrook HS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1570 of 1,627 | #616 of 618 |
| National rank | #48129 of 50,301 | #16696 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 245 | 440 |
| Enrollment | 245 | 440 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 129.4% | 88.9% |
| Students per teacher | 8.4 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 2% | 7.5% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Heston Edward Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.9 vs 8.6).
- •Overbrook HS does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 2%).
- •Overbrook HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.9% vs 129.4%).
- •Heston Edward Sch does better on students per teacher (8.4 vs 20.0).
- •Overbrook HS is the larger school with 440 students compared with 245.
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 Heston Edward Sch better than Overbrook HS?
On the Success Index (US), Heston Edward Sch ranks higher (13.9 vs 8.6 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 Heston Edward Sch and Overbrook HS?
About 845 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Heston Edward Sch: 245. Overbrook HS: 440. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Heston Edward Sch and Overbrook HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Heston Edward Sch is 1570th of 1,627 and Overbrook HS is 616th of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).