Parkway West vs Washington Martha Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 400 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parkway West
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
149 students
Washington Martha Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
204 students
| Measure | Parkway West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Washington Martha Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #537 of 618 | #1427 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #13746 of 16,910 | #44319 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 149 | 204 |
| Enrollment | 149 | 204 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 112.1% | 108.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 7.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 34.5% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 34.5% | 22% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkway West scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.1 vs 20.9).
- •Parkway West does better on math proficiency (34.5% vs 22%).
- •Parkway West does better on reading proficiency (34.5% vs 30%).
- •Washington Martha Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (108.8% vs 112.1%).
- •Washington Martha Sch does better on students per teacher (7.8 vs 12.4).
- •Washington Martha Sch is the larger school with 204 students compared with 149.
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 West better than Washington Martha Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Parkway West ranks higher (28.1 vs 20.9 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 West and Washington Martha Sch?
About 400 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parkway West: 149. Washington Martha Sch: 204. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parkway West and Washington Martha Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Parkway West is 537th of 618 and Washington Martha Sch is 1427th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).