Jackson El Sch vs Penn Cambria Pre-Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 22 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson El Sch
Johnstown · Public elementary · Grades K–2
105 students
Penn Cambria Pre-Primary
Cresson · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
103 students
| Measure | Jackson El Sch Johnstown, Pennsylvania | Penn Cambria Pre-Primary Cresson, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #957 of 1,627 | #870 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #23325 of 50,301 | #20606 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 105 | 103 |
| Enrollment | 105 | 103 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.2% | 58.3% |
| Students per teacher | 7.5 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Johnstown | Cresson |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Penn Cambria Pre-Primary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.5 vs 52.6).
- •Penn Cambria Pre-Primary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.3% vs 95.2%).
- •Jackson El Sch does better on students per teacher (7.5 vs 10.3).
- •Jackson El Sch is the larger school with 105 students compared with 103.
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 El Sch better than Penn Cambria Pre-Primary?
On the Success Index (US), Penn Cambria Pre-Primary ranks higher (56.5 vs 52.6 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 Jackson El Sch and Penn Cambria Pre-Primary?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Johnstown and Cresson in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson El Sch: 105. Penn Cambria Pre-Primary: 103. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson El Sch and Penn Cambria Pre-Primary rank in Pennsylvania?
Jackson El Sch is 957th of 1,627 and Penn Cambria Pre-Primary is 870th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).