Jefferson El Sch vs Kirkbride Eliza B Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 78 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson El Sch
Allentown · Public elementary · Grades K–5
522 students
Kirkbride Eliza B Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
522 students
| Measure | Jefferson El Sch Allentown, Pennsylvania | Kirkbride Eliza B Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1558 of 1,627 | #1126 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #47743 of 50,301 | #30423 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 522 | 522 |
| Enrollment | 522 | 522 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 104% | 96.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 41% |
| city | Allentown | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kirkbride Eliza B Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.3 vs 14.8).
- •Kirkbride Eliza B Sch does better on math proficiency (41% vs 20%).
- •Kirkbride Eliza B Sch does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 29%).
- •Kirkbride Eliza B Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.6% vs 104%).
- •Kirkbride Eliza B Sch does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 14.9).
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 Jefferson El Sch better than Kirkbride Eliza B Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Kirkbride Eliza B Sch ranks higher (42.3 vs 14.8 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 Jefferson El Sch and Kirkbride Eliza B Sch?
About 78 km in a straight line, between Allentown and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson El Sch: 522. Kirkbride Eliza B Sch: 522. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson El Sch and Kirkbride Eliza B Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Jefferson El Sch is 1558th of 1,627 and Kirkbride Eliza B Sch is 1126th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).