Esperanza Academy CS vs The Linc
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 976 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Esperanza Academy CS
Philadelphia · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,637 students
The Linc
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
223 students
| Measure | Esperanza Academy CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | The Linc Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #614 of 618 |
| National rank | – | #16688 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | High |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,637 | 223 |
| Enrollment | 1,637 | 223 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.8% | 101.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 15% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The Linc does better on math proficiency (15% vs 13%).
- •Esperanza Academy CS does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 15%).
- •Esperanza Academy CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.8% vs 101.3%).
- •Esperanza Academy CS does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 20.3).
- •Esperanza Academy CS is the larger school with 1,637 students compared with 223.
- •Esperanza Academy CS is a charter school while The Linc 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 Esperanza Academy CS better than The Linc?
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 Esperanza Academy CS and The Linc?
About 976 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Esperanza Academy CS: 1,637. The Linc: 223. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Esperanza Academy CS and The Linc rank in Pennsylvania?
Esperanza Academy CS is unranked and The Linc is 614th of 618 among other schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).