Central HS vs Lindley Academy CS at Birney
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central HS
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,329 students
Lindley Academy CS at Birney
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
739 students
| Measure | Central HS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Lindley Academy CS at Birney Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #298 of 618 | #1571 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #5213 of 16,910 | #48179 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 2,329 | 739 |
| Enrollment | 2,329 | 739 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 98.2% |
| Students per teacher | 26.8 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 99.5% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 99.5% | 8% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.2 vs 13.8).
- •Central HS does better on math proficiency (99.5% vs 8%).
- •Central HS does better on reading proficiency (99.5% vs 29%).
- •Lindley Academy CS at Birney does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 26.8).
- •Central HS is the larger school with 2,329 students compared with 739.
- •Central HS is a public school while Lindley Academy CS at Birney 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 Central HS better than Lindley Academy CS at Birney?
On the Success Index (US), Central HS ranks higher (62.2 vs 13.8 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 Central HS and Lindley Academy CS at Birney?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central HS: 2,329. Lindley Academy CS at Birney: 739. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central HS and Lindley Academy CS at Birney rank in Pennsylvania?
Central HS is 298th of 618 and Lindley Academy CS at Birney is 1571st of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).