Discovery CS vs KIPP West Philadelphia CS
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 703 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Discovery CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
626 students
KIPP West Philadelphia CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
848 students
| Measure | Discovery CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | KIPP West Philadelphia CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1443 of 1,627 | #1432 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #44776 of 50,301 | #44465 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 626 | 848 |
| Enrollment | 626 | 848 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | – |
| Math proficiency | 15% | – |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (20.1 vs 20.6).
- •Discovery CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.2% vs 99.6%).
- •KIPP West Philadelphia CS does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 17.4).
- •KIPP West Philadelphia CS is the larger school with 848 students compared with 626.
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 Discovery CS better than KIPP West Philadelphia CS?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Discovery CS and KIPP West Philadelphia CS?
About 703 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Discovery CS: 626. KIPP West Philadelphia CS: 848. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Discovery CS and KIPP West Philadelphia CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Discovery CS is 1443rd of 1,627 and KIPP West Philadelphia CS is 1432nd of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).