Edwin Markham Middle vs KIPP Philosophers Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 898 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edwin Markham Middle
Los Angeles · Public middle · Grades 6–8
618 students
KIPP Philosophers Academy
Los Angeles · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
398 students
| Measure | Edwin Markham Middle Los Angeles, California | KIPP Philosophers Academy Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1173 of 1,334 | #1155 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14756 of 15,369 | #14668 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 618 | 398 |
| Enrollment | 618 | 398 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.4% | 92% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 18% |
| city | Los Angeles | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (13.5 vs 14.2).
- •KIPP Philosophers Academy does better on math proficiency (18% vs 14%).
- •KIPP Philosophers Academy does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 23%).
- •KIPP Philosophers Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92% vs 98.4%).
- •Edwin Markham Middle does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 22.1).
- •Edwin Markham Middle is the larger school with 618 students compared with 398.
- •Edwin Markham Middle 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 Edwin Markham Middle 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 Edwin Markham Middle and KIPP Philosophers Academy?
About 898 m in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edwin Markham Middle: 618. KIPP Philosophers Academy: 398. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edwin Markham Middle and KIPP Philosophers Academy rank in California?
Edwin Markham Middle is 1173rd of 1,334 and KIPP Philosophers Academy is 1155th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).