KIPP Philosophers Academy vs Weigand Avenue Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 764 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KIPP Philosophers Academy
Los Angeles · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
398 students
Weigand Avenue Elementary
Los Angeles · Public elementary · Grades K–5
290 students
| Measure | KIPP Philosophers Academy Los Angeles, California | Weigand Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1155 of 1,334 | #5656 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14668 of 15,369 | #50081 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 398 | 290 |
| Enrollment | 398 | 290 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 19% |
| city | Los Angeles | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP Philosophers Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.2 vs 6.5).
- •Weigand Avenue Elementary does better on math proficiency (19% vs 18%).
- •KIPP Philosophers Academy does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 17%).
- •KIPP Philosophers Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92% vs 100%).
- •Weigand Avenue Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.7 vs 22.1).
- •KIPP Philosophers Academy is the larger school with 398 students compared with 290.
- •KIPP Philosophers Academy is a charter school while Weigand Avenue Elementary 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 KIPP Philosophers Academy better than Weigand Avenue Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP Philosophers Academy ranks higher (14.2 vs 6.5 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 KIPP Philosophers Academy and Weigand Avenue Elementary?
About 764 m in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP Philosophers Academy: 398. Weigand Avenue Elementary: 290. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP Philosophers Academy and Weigand Avenue Elementary rank in California?
KIPP Philosophers Academy is 1155th of 1,334 and Weigand Avenue Elementary is 5656th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).