McMichael Morton Sch vs Powel Samuel Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 954 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McMichael Morton Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
285 students
Powel Samuel Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–4
324 students
| Measure | McMichael Morton Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Powel Samuel Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1422 of 1,627 | #1040 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #44110 of 50,301 | #26450 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 285 | 324 |
| Enrollment | 285 | 324 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 95.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 47% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Powel Samuel Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.1 vs 21.2).
- •Powel Samuel Sch does better on math proficiency (47% vs 15%).
- •Powel Samuel Sch does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 27%).
- •Powel Samuel Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.1% vs 98.2%).
- •McMichael Morton Sch does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 15.4).
- •Powel Samuel Sch is the larger school with 324 students compared with 285.
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 McMichael Morton Sch better than Powel Samuel Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Powel Samuel Sch ranks higher (48.1 vs 21.2 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 McMichael Morton Sch and Powel Samuel Sch?
About 954 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McMichael Morton Sch: 285. Powel Samuel Sch: 324. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McMichael Morton Sch and Powel Samuel Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
McMichael Morton Sch is 1422nd of 1,627 and Powel Samuel Sch is 1040th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).