Penncrest HS vs Rose Tree El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Penncrest HS
Media · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,255 students
Rose Tree El Sch
Media · Public elementary · Grades K–5
439 students
| Measure | Penncrest HS Media, Pennsylvania | Rose Tree El Sch Media, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #35 of 618 | #130 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #432 of 16,910 | #1723 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,255 | 439 |
| Enrollment | 1,255 | 439 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.7% | 12.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 76% |
| city | Media | Media |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (87.2 vs 86.8).
- •Penncrest HS does better on math proficiency (82% vs 76%).
- •Penncrest HS does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 85%).
- •Rose Tree El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.3% vs 20.7%).
- •Penncrest HS does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.1).
- •Penncrest HS is the larger school with 1,255 students compared with 439.
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 Penncrest HS better than Rose Tree El Sch?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Penncrest HS and Rose Tree El Sch?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Media and Media in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Penncrest HS: 1,255. Rose Tree El Sch: 439. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Penncrest HS and Rose Tree El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Penncrest HS is 35th of 618 and Rose Tree El Sch is 130th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).