Comegys Benjamin B Sch vs Independence CS West
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 850 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Comegys Benjamin B Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
252 students
Independence CS West
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
811 students
| Measure | Comegys Benjamin B Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Independence CS West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1607 of 1,627 | #1455 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #49398 of 50,301 | #45098 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 252 | 811 |
| Enrollment | 252 | 811 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 106% | 102.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 17% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence CS West scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.6 vs 10.2).
- •Independence CS West does better on math proficiency (17% vs 5%).
- •Independence CS West does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Independence CS West does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (102.5% vs 106%).
- •Independence CS West is the larger school with 811 students compared with 252.
- •Comegys Benjamin B Sch is a public school while Independence CS West 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 Comegys Benjamin B Sch better than Independence CS West?
On the Success Index (US), Independence CS West ranks higher (19.6 vs 10.2 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 Comegys Benjamin B Sch and Independence CS West?
About 850 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Comegys Benjamin B Sch: 252. Independence CS West: 811. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Comegys Benjamin B Sch and Independence CS West rank in Pennsylvania?
Comegys Benjamin B Sch is 1607th of 1,627 and Independence CS West is 1455th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).