Independence CS vs Universal Institute CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 475 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
796 students
Universal Institute CS
Philadelphia · Charter other · Grades K–9
597 students
| Measure | Independence CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Universal Institute CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #999 of 1,627 | – |
| National rank | #24749 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–9 |
| Students | 796 | 597 |
| Enrollment | 796 | 597 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 94.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 16% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence CS does better on math proficiency (46% vs 16%).
- •Independence CS does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 36%).
- •Universal Institute CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.5% vs 99.6%).
- •Independence CS does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 18.1).
- •Independence CS is the larger school with 796 students compared with 597.
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 Universal Institute CS?
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 Independence CS and Universal Institute CS?
About 475 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence CS: 796. Universal Institute CS: 597. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence CS and Universal Institute CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Independence CS is 999th of 1,627 and Universal Institute CS is unranked among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).