John G Whittier #2 vs McNichols Plaza
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John G Whittier #2
Scranton · Public elementary · Grades K–4
442 students
McNichols Plaza
Scranton · Public elementary · Grades K–4
317 students
| Measure | John G Whittier #2 Scranton, Pennsylvania | McNichols Plaza Scranton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1392 of 1,627 | #1315 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #42691 of 50,301 | #38816 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 442 | 317 |
| Enrollment | 442 | 317 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 102.3% | 109.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 27% |
| city | Scranton | Scranton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McNichols Plaza scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.6 vs 23.4).
- •McNichols Plaza does better on math proficiency (27% vs 24%).
- •McNichols Plaza does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 40%).
- •John G Whittier #2 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (102.3% vs 109.5%).
- •McNichols Plaza does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.8).
- •John G Whittier #2 is the larger school with 442 students compared with 317.
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 John G Whittier #2 better than McNichols Plaza?
On the Success Index (US), McNichols Plaza ranks higher (29.6 vs 23.4 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 John G Whittier #2 and McNichols Plaza?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Scranton and Scranton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John G Whittier #2: 442. McNichols Plaza: 317. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John G Whittier #2 and McNichols Plaza rank in Pennsylvania?
John G Whittier #2 is 1392nd of 1,627 and McNichols Plaza is 1315th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).