Independence CS West vs Richard Allen Preparatory CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.1 km 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
Richard Allen Preparatory CS
Philadelphia · Charter middle · Grades 5–9
315 students
| Measure | Independence CS West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Richard Allen Preparatory CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1455 of 1,627 | #516 of 521 |
| National rank | #45098 of 50,301 | #14978 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 5–9 |
| Students | 811 | 315 |
| Enrollment | 811 | 315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 102.5% | 117.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 4% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence CS West scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.6 vs 11.4).
- •Independence CS West does better on math proficiency (17% vs 4%).
- •Independence CS West does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Independence CS West does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (102.5% vs 117.1%).
- •Richard Allen Preparatory CS does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.0).
- •Independence CS West is the larger school with 811 students compared with 315.
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 Richard Allen Preparatory CS?
On the Success Index (US), Independence CS West ranks higher (19.6 vs 11.4 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 West and Richard Allen Preparatory CS?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence CS West: 811. Richard Allen Preparatory CS: 315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence CS West and Richard Allen Preparatory CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Independence CS West is 1455th of 1,627 and Richard Allen Preparatory CS is 516th of 521 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).