Chester Community CS vs Edgmont Scholars Academy
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
Edgmont Scholars Academy
Chester · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
422 students
| Measure | Chester Community CS Chester, Pennsylvania | Edgmont Scholars Academy Chester, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 4 Lower 50% | 6 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1626 of 1,627 | #1624 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #50221 of 50,301 | #50095 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 3,782 | 422 |
| Enrollment | 3,782 | 422 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.9% | 112.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | – |
| Math proficiency | 6% | – |
| city | Chester | Chester |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edgmont Scholars Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (6.3 vs 4.3).
- •Chester Community CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.9% vs 112.1%).
- •Edgmont Scholars Academy does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 20.6).
- •Chester Community CS is the larger school with 3,782 students compared with 422.
- •Chester Community CS is a charter school while Edgmont Scholars Academy 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 Edgmont Scholars Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Edgmont Scholars Academy ranks higher (6.3 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 Edgmont Scholars Academy?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Chester and Chester in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chester Community CS: 3,782. Edgmont Scholars Academy: 422. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chester Community CS and Edgmont Scholars Academy rank in Pennsylvania?
Chester Community CS is 1626th of 1,627 and Edgmont Scholars Academy is 1624th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).