Compton Avenue Elementary vs KIPP Philosophers Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 941 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Compton Avenue Elementary
Los Angeles · Public elementary · Grades K–5
265 students
KIPP Philosophers Academy
Los Angeles · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
398 students
| Measure | Compton Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, California | KIPP Philosophers Academy Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5176 of 5,693 | #1155 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #48371 of 50,301 | #14668 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 265 | 398 |
| Enrollment | 265 | 398 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.8% | 92% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 18% |
| city | Los Angeles | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (13.3 vs 14.2).
- •Compton Avenue Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 18%).
- •KIPP Philosophers Academy does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 27%).
- •KIPP Philosophers Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92% vs 95.8%).
- •Compton Avenue Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 22.1).
- •KIPP Philosophers Academy is the larger school with 398 students compared with 265.
- •Compton Avenue Elementary is a public school while KIPP Philosophers Academy 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 Compton Avenue Elementary better than KIPP Philosophers Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Compton Avenue Elementary and KIPP Philosophers Academy?
About 941 m in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Compton Avenue Elementary: 265. KIPP Philosophers Academy: 398. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Compton Avenue Elementary and KIPP Philosophers Academy rank in California?
Compton Avenue Elementary is 5176th of 5,693 and KIPP Philosophers Academy is 1155th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).