Independence CS vs Northwood Academy CS
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
796 students
Northwood Academy CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
796 students
| Measure | Independence CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Northwood Academy CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #999 of 1,627 | #1186 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #24749 of 50,301 | #33046 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 796 | 796 |
| Enrollment | 796 | 796 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 88.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 34% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.6 vs 38.4).
- •Independence CS does better on math proficiency (46% vs 34%).
- •Independence CS does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 58%).
- •Northwood Academy CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.6% vs 99.6%).
- •Independence CS does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 16.2).
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 Independence CS better than Northwood Academy CS?
On the Success Index (US), Independence CS ranks higher (50.6 vs 38.4 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 Independence CS and Northwood Academy CS?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence CS: 796. Northwood Academy CS: 796. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence CS and Northwood Academy CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Independence CS is 999th of 1,627 and Northwood Academy CS is 1186th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).