Rowen William Sch vs Samuel Pennypacker Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rowen William Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–5
296 students
Samuel Pennypacker Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
328 students
| Measure | Rowen William Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Samuel Pennypacker Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1445 of 1,627 | #1557 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #44797 of 50,301 | #47712 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 296 | 328 |
| Enrollment | 296 | 328 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 104.4% | 99.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 6% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rowen William Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.1 vs 14.9).
- •Rowen William Sch does better on math proficiency (16% vs 6%).
- •Rowen William Sch does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 19%).
- •Samuel Pennypacker Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.1% vs 104.4%).
- •Rowen William Sch does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.6).
- •Samuel Pennypacker Sch is the larger school with 328 students compared with 296.
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 Rowen William Sch better than Samuel Pennypacker Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Rowen William Sch ranks higher (20.1 vs 14.9 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 Rowen William Sch and Samuel Pennypacker Sch?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rowen William Sch: 296. Samuel Pennypacker Sch: 328. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rowen William Sch and Samuel Pennypacker Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Rowen William Sch is 1445th of 1,627 and Samuel Pennypacker Sch is 1557th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).