Chester Upland Sch of Arts vs North Star Central El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 314 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chester Upland Sch of Arts
Chester · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
384 students
North Star Central El Sch
Boswell · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
385 students
| Measure | Chester Upland Sch of Arts Chester, Pennsylvania | North Star Central El Sch Boswell, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1596 of 1,627 | #750 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #48956 of 50,301 | #16871 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 384 | 385 |
| Enrollment | 384 | 385 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 110.7% | 103.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 62% |
| city | Chester | Boswell |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Star Central El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.9 vs 11.7).
- •North Star Central El Sch does better on math proficiency (62% vs 12%).
- •North Star Central El Sch does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 17%).
- •North Star Central El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (103.4% vs 110.7%).
- •North Star Central El Sch does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 13.7).
- •North Star Central El Sch is the larger school with 385 students compared with 384.
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 Upland Sch of Arts better than North Star Central El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), North Star Central El Sch ranks higher (61.9 vs 11.7 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 Upland Sch of Arts and North Star Central El Sch?
About 314 km in a straight line, between Chester and Boswell in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chester Upland Sch of Arts: 384. North Star Central El Sch: 385. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chester Upland Sch of Arts and North Star Central El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Chester Upland Sch of Arts is 1596th of 1,627 and North Star Central El Sch is 750th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).