Peters El Sch vs South Mountain El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 139 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Peters El Sch
Slatington · Public elementary · Grades K–2
389 students
South Mountain El Sch
Dillsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
389 students
| Measure | Peters El Sch Slatington, Pennsylvania | South Mountain El Sch Dillsburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1352 of 1,627 | #669 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #40726 of 50,301 | #14491 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 389 | 389 |
| Enrollment | 389 | 389 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.2% | 28.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 62% |
| Math proficiency | – | 41% |
| city | Slatington | Dillsburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Mountain El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.5 vs 26.5).
- •South Mountain El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.8% vs 97.2%).
- •South Mountain El Sch does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.4).
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 Peters El Sch better than South Mountain El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), South Mountain El Sch ranks higher (65.5 vs 26.5 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 Peters El Sch and South Mountain El Sch?
About 139 km in a straight line, between Slatington and Dillsburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Peters El Sch: 389. South Mountain El Sch: 389. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Peters El Sch and South Mountain El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Peters El Sch is 1352nd of 1,627 and South Mountain El Sch is 669th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).