North Side El Sch vs Phillips El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Side El Sch
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
722 students
Phillips El Sch
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
393 students
| Measure | North Side El Sch Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Phillips El Sch Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1121 of 1,627 | #1262 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #30109 of 50,301 | #36522 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 722 | 393 |
| Enrollment | 722 | 393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.6% | 105.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 32% |
| city | Harrisburg | Harrisburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Side El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 33.1).
- •North Side El Sch does better on math proficiency (49% vs 32%).
- •North Side El Sch does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 47%).
- •North Side El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.6% vs 105.3%).
- •Phillips El Sch does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 16.8).
- •North Side El Sch is the larger school with 722 students compared with 393.
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 North Side El Sch better than Phillips El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), North Side El Sch ranks higher (42.8 vs 33.1 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 North Side El Sch and Phillips El Sch?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Side El Sch: 722. Phillips El Sch: 393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Side El Sch and Phillips El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
North Side El Sch is 1121st of 1,627 and Phillips El Sch is 1262nd of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).