Academy at Palumbo vs Independence CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 820 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy at Palumbo
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,225 students
Independence CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
796 students
| Measure | Academy at Palumbo Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Independence CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #335 of 618 | #999 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #5917 of 16,910 | #24749 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,225 | 796 |
| Enrollment | 1,225 | 796 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 36.0 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 97.5% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 46% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Academy at Palumbo scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.5 vs 50.6).
- •Academy at Palumbo does better on math proficiency (82% vs 46%).
- •Academy at Palumbo does better on reading proficiency (97.5% vs 65%).
- •Academy at Palumbo does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97% vs 99.6%).
- •Independence CS does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 36.0).
- •Academy at Palumbo is the larger school with 1,225 students compared with 796.
- •Academy at Palumbo is a public school while Independence CS 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 Academy at Palumbo better than Independence CS?
On the Success Index (US), Academy at Palumbo ranks higher (59.5 vs 50.6 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 Academy at Palumbo and Independence CS?
About 820 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy at Palumbo: 1,225. Independence CS: 796. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy at Palumbo and Independence CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Academy at Palumbo is 335th of 618 and Independence CS is 999th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).