Penrose Sch vs Philadelphia Montessori CS
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Penrose Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
360 students
Philadelphia Montessori CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades PK–6
226 students
| Measure | Penrose Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Philadelphia Montessori CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1452 of 1,627 | #1375 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #44989 of 50,301 | #42012 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 360 | 226 |
| Enrollment | 360 | 226 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 104.7% | 98.7% |
| Students per teacher | 8.8 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 17% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Philadelphia Montessori CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.5 vs 19.8).
- •Philadelphia Montessori CS does better on math proficiency (17% vs 10%).
- •Philadelphia Montessori CS does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 28%).
- •Philadelphia Montessori CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.7% vs 104.7%).
- •Penrose Sch does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 10.8).
- •Penrose Sch is the larger school with 360 students compared with 226.
- •Penrose Sch is a public school while Philadelphia Montessori 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 Penrose Sch better than Philadelphia Montessori CS?
On the Success Index (US), Philadelphia Montessori CS ranks higher (24.5 vs 19.8 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 Penrose Sch and Philadelphia Montessori CS?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Penrose Sch: 360. Philadelphia Montessori CS: 226. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Penrose Sch and Philadelphia Montessori CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Penrose Sch is 1452nd of 1,627 and Philadelphia Montessori CS is 1375th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).