Chester Community CS vs Chester Upland Sch of Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.1 km 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 Upland Sch of Arts
Chester · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
384 students
| Measure | Chester Community CS Chester, Pennsylvania | Chester Upland Sch of Arts Chester, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 4 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1626 of 1,627 | #1596 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #50221 of 50,301 | #48956 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 3,782 | 384 |
| Enrollment | 3,782 | 384 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.9% | 110.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 12% |
| city | Chester | Chester |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chester Upland Sch of Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (11.7 vs 4.3).
- •Chester Upland Sch of Arts does better on math proficiency (12% vs 6%).
- •Chester Upland Sch of Arts does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 16%).
- •Chester Community CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.9% vs 110.7%).
- •Chester Upland Sch of Arts does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 20.6).
- •Chester Community CS is the larger school with 3,782 students compared with 384.
- •Chester Community CS is a charter school while Chester Upland Sch of Arts 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 Upland Sch of Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Chester Upland Sch of Arts ranks higher (11.7 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 Upland Sch of Arts?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Chester and Chester in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chester Community CS: 3,782. Chester Upland Sch of Arts: 384. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chester Community CS and Chester Upland Sch of Arts rank in Pennsylvania?
Chester Community CS is 1626th of 1,627 and Chester Upland Sch of Arts is 1596th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).