Melrose Sch vs Sylvan Heights Science CS
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Melrose Sch
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
536 students
Sylvan Heights Science CS
Harrisburg · Charter elementary · Grades K–4
217 students
| Measure | Melrose Sch Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Sylvan Heights Science CS Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1605 of 1,627 | #1366 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #49245 of 50,301 | #41548 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 536 | 217 |
| Enrollment | 536 | 217 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 112.9% | 96.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 17% |
| city | Harrisburg | Harrisburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sylvan Heights Science CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.3 vs 10.8).
- •Melrose Sch does better on math proficiency (18% vs 17%).
- •Sylvan Heights Science CS does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 25%).
- •Sylvan Heights Science CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.3% vs 112.9%).
- •Sylvan Heights Science CS does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 16.2).
- •Melrose Sch is the larger school with 536 students compared with 217.
- •Melrose Sch is a public school while Sylvan Heights Science CS is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Melrose Sch better than Sylvan Heights Science CS?
On the Success Index (US), Sylvan Heights Science CS ranks higher (25.3 vs 10.8 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 Melrose Sch and Sylvan Heights Science CS?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Melrose Sch: 536. Sylvan Heights Science CS: 217. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Melrose Sch and Sylvan Heights Science CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Melrose Sch is 1605th of 1,627 and Sylvan Heights Science CS is 1366th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).