Propel CS-East vs Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 849 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Propel CS-East
Turtle Creek · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
339 students
Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy
Turtle Creek · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
580 students
| Measure | Propel CS-East Turtle Creek, Pennsylvania | Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy Turtle Creek, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1238 of 1,627 | #1061 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #35408 of 50,301 | #27799 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 339 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 339 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 73.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | – |
| Math proficiency | 30% | – |
| city | Turtle Creek | Turtle Creek |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.2 vs 34.8).
- •Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.6% vs 98.2%).
- •Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 13.6).
- •Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy is the larger school with 580 students compared with 339.
- •Propel CS-East is a charter school while Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy is a public 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 Propel CS-East better than Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy ranks higher (46.2 vs 34.8 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 Propel CS-East and Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy?
About 849 m in a straight line, between Turtle Creek and Turtle Creek in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Propel CS-East: 339. Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Propel CS-East and Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy rank in Pennsylvania?
Propel CS-East is 1238th of 1,627 and Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy is 1061st of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).