McNichols Plaza vs Riverside El Sch East
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McNichols Plaza
Scranton · Public elementary · Grades K–4
317 students
Riverside El Sch East
Moosic · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
455 students
| Measure | McNichols Plaza Scranton, Pennsylvania | Riverside El Sch East Moosic, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1315 of 1,627 | #1213 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #38816 of 50,301 | #33929 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 317 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 317 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 109.5% | 97.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| city | Scranton | Moosic |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Riverside El Sch East scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.1 vs 29.6).
- •Riverside El Sch East does better on math proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Riverside El Sch East does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Riverside El Sch East does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.1% vs 109.5%).
- •Riverside El Sch East is the larger school with 455 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 McNichols Plaza better than Riverside El Sch East?
On the Success Index (US), Riverside El Sch East ranks higher (37.1 vs 29.6 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 McNichols Plaza and Riverside El Sch East?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Scranton and Moosic in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McNichols Plaza: 317. Riverside El Sch East: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McNichols Plaza and Riverside El Sch East rank in Pennsylvania?
McNichols Plaza is 1315th of 1,627 and Riverside El Sch East is 1213th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).