Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS vs Motivation HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS
Philadelphia · Charter high · Grades 6–12
747 students
Motivation HS
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
199 students
| Measure | Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Motivation HS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #591 of 618 | #579 of 618 |
| National rank | #16015 of 16,910 | #15583 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 747 | 199 |
| Enrollment | 747 | 199 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 103.5% | 98.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Motivation HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.2 vs 15.2).
- •Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 32%).
- •Motivation HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.5% vs 103.5%).
- •Motivation HS does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 15.9).
- •Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS is the larger school with 747 students compared with 199.
- •Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS is a charter school while Motivation HS 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 Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS better than Motivation HS?
On the Success Index (US), Motivation HS ranks higher (18.2 vs 15.2 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 Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS and Motivation HS?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS: 747. Motivation HS: 199. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS and Motivation HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS is 591st of 618 and Motivation HS is 579th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).