Jackson Early Childhood Center vs William Allen HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 802 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson Early Childhood Center
Allentown · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
212 students
William Allen HS
Allentown · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,074 students
| Measure | Jackson Early Childhood Center Allentown, Pennsylvania | William Allen HS Allentown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1391 of 1,627 | #573 of 618 |
| National rank | #42689 of 50,301 | #15475 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–K | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 212 | 3,074 |
| Enrollment | 212 | 3,074 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 123.6% | 99.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 36% |
| Math proficiency | – | 25% |
| city | Allentown | Allentown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jackson Early Childhood Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.4 vs 18.9).
- •William Allen HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.1% vs 123.6%).
- •Jackson Early Childhood Center does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 20.1).
- •William Allen HS is the larger school with 3,074 students compared with 212.
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 Jackson Early Childhood Center better than William Allen HS?
On the Success Index (US), Jackson Early Childhood Center ranks higher (23.4 vs 18.9 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 Jackson Early Childhood Center and William Allen HS?
About 802 m in a straight line, between Allentown and Allentown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Early Childhood Center: 212. William Allen HS: 3,074. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Early Childhood Center and William Allen HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Jackson Early Childhood Center is 1391st of 1,627 and William Allen HS is 573rd of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).