Chester Community CS vs Chester HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 932 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chester Community CS
Chester · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
3,782 students
Chester HS
Chester · Public high · Grades 9–12
806 students
| Measure | Chester Community CS Chester, Pennsylvania | Chester HS Chester, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 4 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1626 of 1,627 | #615 of 618 |
| National rank | #50221 of 50,301 | #16691 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 3,782 | 806 |
| Enrollment | 3,782 | 806 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.9% | 106.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 2.5% |
| city | Chester | Chester |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chester HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (8.7 vs 4.3).
- •Chester Community CS does better on math proficiency (6% vs 2.5%).
- •Chester HS does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 16%).
- •Chester Community CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.9% vs 106.6%).
- •Chester HS does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 20.6).
- •Chester Community CS is the larger school with 3,782 students compared with 806.
- •Chester Community CS is a charter school while Chester 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 Chester Community CS better than Chester HS?
On the Success Index (US), Chester HS ranks higher (8.7 vs 4.3 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 Chester Community CS and Chester HS?
About 932 m in a straight line, between Chester and Chester in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chester Community CS: 3,782. Chester HS: 806. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chester Community CS and Chester HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Chester Community CS is 1626th of 1,627 and Chester HS is 615th of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).