Lowell James R Sch vs Washington Grover Jr Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lowell James R Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
503 students
Washington Grover Jr Sch
Philadelphia · Public middle · Grades 5–8
400 students
| Measure | Lowell James R Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Washington Grover Jr Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1575 of 1,627 | #508 of 521 |
| National rank | #48256 of 50,301 | #14696 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 503 | 400 |
| Enrollment | 503 | 400 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 103.8% | 107% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 14% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (13.6 vs 14.0).
- •Lowell James R Sch does better on math proficiency (16% vs 14%).
- •Lowell James R Sch does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 27%).
- •Lowell James R Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (103.8% vs 107%).
- •Washington Grover Jr Sch does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.2).
- •Lowell James R Sch is the larger school with 503 students compared with 400.
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 Lowell James R Sch better than Washington Grover Jr Sch?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Lowell James R Sch and Washington Grover Jr Sch?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lowell James R Sch: 503. Washington Grover Jr Sch: 400. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lowell James R Sch and Washington Grover Jr Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Lowell James R Sch is 1575th of 1,627 and Washington Grover Jr Sch is 508th of 521 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).