Barry Comm John Sch vs Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barry Comm John Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
467 students
Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS
Philadelphia · Charter high · Grades 6–12
747 students
| Measure | Barry Comm John Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1576 of 1,627 | #591 of 618 |
| National rank | #48277 of 50,301 | #16015 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 467 | 747 |
| Enrollment | 467 | 747 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 109.9% | 103.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 12% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.2 vs 13.5).
- •Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS does better on math proficiency (12% vs 8%).
- •Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 15%).
- •Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (103.5% vs 109.9%).
- •Barry Comm John Sch does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 15.9).
- •Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS is the larger school with 747 students compared with 467.
- •Barry Comm John Sch is a public school while Boys' Latin of Philadelphia 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 Barry Comm John Sch better than Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS?
On the Success Index (US), Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS ranks higher (15.2 vs 13.5 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 Barry Comm John Sch and Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barry Comm John Sch: 467. Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS: 747. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barry Comm John Sch and Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Barry Comm John Sch is 1576th of 1,627 and Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS is 591st of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).