Heston Edward Sch vs KIPP West Philadelphia CS
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 751 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heston Edward Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
245 students
KIPP West Philadelphia CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
848 students
| Measure | Heston Edward Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | KIPP West Philadelphia CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1570 of 1,627 | #1432 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #48129 of 50,301 | #44465 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 245 | 848 |
| Enrollment | 245 | 848 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 129.4% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 8.4 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | – |
| Math proficiency | 2% | – |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP West Philadelphia CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.6 vs 13.9).
- •KIPP West Philadelphia CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.6% vs 129.4%).
- •Heston Edward Sch does better on students per teacher (8.4 vs 15.1).
- •KIPP West Philadelphia CS is the larger school with 848 students compared with 245.
- •Heston Edward Sch is a public school while KIPP West Philadelphia 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 Heston Edward Sch better than KIPP West Philadelphia CS?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP West Philadelphia CS ranks higher (20.6 vs 13.9 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 Heston Edward Sch and KIPP West Philadelphia CS?
About 751 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Heston Edward Sch: 245. KIPP West Philadelphia CS: 848. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Heston Edward Sch and KIPP West Philadelphia CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Heston Edward Sch is 1570th of 1,627 and KIPP West Philadelphia CS is 1432nd of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).