Freire CS vs Independence CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 952 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Freire CS
Philadelphia · Charter high · Grades 5–12
1,024 students
Independence CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
796 students
| Measure | Freire CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Independence CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #519 of 618 | #999 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #12581 of 16,910 | #24749 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,024 | 796 |
| Enrollment | 1,024 | 796 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.1% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 46% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.6 vs 33.3).
- •Independence CS does better on math proficiency (46% vs 24%).
- •Independence CS does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 53%).
- •Freire CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.1% vs 99.6%).
- •Independence CS does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 13.8).
- •Freire CS is the larger school with 1,024 students compared with 796.
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 Freire CS better than Independence CS?
On the Success Index (US), Independence CS ranks higher (50.6 vs 33.3 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 Freire CS and Independence CS?
About 952 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Freire CS: 1,024. Independence CS: 796. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Freire CS and Independence CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Freire CS is 519th of 618 and Independence CS is 999th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).