Parkway Northwest vs West Oak Lane CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 381 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parkway Northwest
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
238 students
West Oak Lane CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
955 students
| Measure | Parkway Northwest Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | West Oak Lane CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #581 of 618 | #1434 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #15673 of 16,910 | #44492 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 238 | 955 |
| Enrollment | 238 | 955 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.6% | 101.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 16% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Oak Lane CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.6 vs 17.6).
- •Parkway Northwest does better on math proficiency (22% vs 16%).
- •West Oak Lane CS does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 32%).
- •Parkway Northwest does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.6% vs 101.5%).
- •West Oak Lane CS does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 21.6).
- •West Oak Lane CS is the larger school with 955 students compared with 238.
- •Parkway Northwest is a public school while West Oak Lane 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 Parkway Northwest better than West Oak Lane CS?
On the Success Index (US), West Oak Lane CS ranks higher (20.6 vs 17.6 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 Parkway Northwest and West Oak Lane CS?
About 381 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parkway Northwest: 238. West Oak Lane CS: 955. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parkway Northwest and West Oak Lane CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Parkway Northwest is 581st of 618 and West Oak Lane CS is 1434th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).