Independence CS West vs Mastery CS-Hardy Williams
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 516 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence CS West
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
811 students
Mastery CS-Hardy Williams
Philadelphia · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,253 students
| Measure | Independence CS West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Mastery CS-Hardy Williams Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1455 of 1,627 | – |
| National rank | #45098 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 811 | 1,253 |
| Enrollment | 811 | 1,253 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 102.5% | 95.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 18% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mastery CS-Hardy Williams does better on math proficiency (18% vs 17%).
- •Mastery CS-Hardy Williams does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 37%).
- •Mastery CS-Hardy Williams does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.1% vs 102.5%).
- •Independence CS West does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 19.0).
- •Mastery CS-Hardy Williams is the larger school with 1,253 students compared with 811.
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 West better than Mastery CS-Hardy Williams?
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 West and Mastery CS-Hardy Williams?
About 516 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence CS West: 811. Mastery CS-Hardy Williams: 1,253. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence CS West and Mastery CS-Hardy Williams rank in Pennsylvania?
Independence CS West is 1455th of 1,627 and Mastery CS-Hardy Williams is unranked among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).