Frankford HS vs Northwood Academy CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 786 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frankford HS
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
907 students
Northwood Academy CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
796 students
| Measure | Frankford HS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Northwood Academy CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #593 of 618 | #1186 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #16053 of 16,910 | #33046 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 907 | 796 |
| Enrollment | 907 | 796 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.7% | 88.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 34% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwood Academy CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.4 vs 15.0).
- •Northwood Academy CS does better on math proficiency (34% vs 11%).
- •Northwood Academy CS does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 17%).
- •Northwood Academy CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.6% vs 94.7%).
- •Frankford HS does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 16.2).
- •Frankford HS is the larger school with 907 students compared with 796.
- •Frankford HS is a public school while Northwood Academy 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 Frankford HS better than Northwood Academy CS?
On the Success Index (US), Northwood Academy CS ranks higher (38.4 vs 15.0 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 Frankford HS and Northwood Academy CS?
About 786 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frankford HS: 907. Northwood Academy CS: 796. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frankford HS and Northwood Academy CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Frankford HS is 593rd of 618 and Northwood Academy CS is 1186th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).