Inquiry CS vs KIPP DuBois CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 941 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Inquiry CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
272 students
KIPP DuBois CS
Philadelphia · Charter high · Grades 9–12
523 students
| Measure | Inquiry CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | KIPP DuBois CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1165 of 1,627 | #545 of 618 |
| National rank | #32243 of 50,301 | #13951 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 272 | 523 |
| Enrollment | 272 | 523 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.6% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Inquiry CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.5 vs 27.1).
- •Inquiry CS does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Inquiry CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.6% vs 99.4%).
- •Inquiry CS does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 15.4).
- •KIPP DuBois CS is the larger school with 523 students compared with 272.
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 Inquiry CS better than KIPP DuBois CS?
On the Success Index (US), Inquiry CS ranks higher (39.5 vs 27.1 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 Inquiry CS and KIPP DuBois CS?
About 941 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Inquiry CS: 272. KIPP DuBois CS: 523. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Inquiry CS and KIPP DuBois CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Inquiry CS is 1165th of 1,627 and KIPP DuBois CS is 545th of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).