Conwell Russell MS vs Deep Roots CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Conwell Russell MS
Philadelphia · Public middle · Grades 5–8
119 students
Deep Roots CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–7
354 students
| Measure | Conwell Russell MS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Deep Roots CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #409 of 521 | #1580 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #10427 of 15,369 | #48374 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades K–7 |
| Students | 119 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 119 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 106.7% | 83.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 35.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 12% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Conwell Russell MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.1 vs 13.3).
- •Conwell Russell MS does better on math proficiency (33% vs 12%).
- •Conwell Russell MS does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 32%).
- •Deep Roots CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.3% vs 106.7%).
- •Conwell Russell MS does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 35.4).
- •Deep Roots CS is the larger school with 354 students compared with 119.
- •Conwell Russell MS is a public school while Deep Roots CS 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 Conwell Russell MS better than Deep Roots CS?
On the Success Index (US), Conwell Russell MS ranks higher (37.1 vs 13.3 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 Conwell Russell MS and Deep Roots CS?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Conwell Russell MS: 119. Deep Roots CS: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Conwell Russell MS and Deep Roots CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Conwell Russell MS is 409th of 521 and Deep Roots CS is 1580th of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).