Rutherford El Sch vs Salisbury El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 119 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rutherford El Sch
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
461 students
Salisbury El Sch
Allentown · Public elementary · Grades K–4
461 students
| Measure | Rutherford El Sch Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Salisbury El Sch Allentown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1157 of 1,627 | #832 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #31481 of 50,301 | #19612 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 461 | 461 |
| Enrollment | 461 | 461 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 102.6% | 52.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 40% |
| city | Harrisburg | Allentown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salisbury El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.0 vs 40.7).
- •Rutherford El Sch does better on math proficiency (47% vs 40%).
- •Salisbury El Sch does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 57%).
- •Salisbury El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.7% vs 102.6%).
- •Salisbury El Sch does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 15.4).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Rutherford El Sch better than Salisbury El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Salisbury El Sch ranks higher (58.0 vs 40.7 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 Rutherford El Sch and Salisbury El Sch?
About 119 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Allentown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rutherford El Sch: 461. Salisbury El Sch: 461. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rutherford El Sch and Salisbury El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Rutherford El Sch is 1157th of 1,627 and Salisbury El Sch is 832nd of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).