Kensington Health Sciences vs Kensington HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 152 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kensington Health Sciences
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
457 students
Kensington HS
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
458 students
| Measure | Kensington Health Sciences Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Kensington HS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #586 of 618 | #584 of 618 |
| National rank | #15913 of 16,910 | #15890 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 457 | 458 |
| Enrollment | 457 | 458 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 100.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 12% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (16.1 vs 16.2).
- •Kensington Health Sciences does better on math proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Kensington Health Sciences does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 12%).
- •Kensington Health Sciences does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.2% vs 100.7%).
- •Kensington HS does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 16.3).
- •Kensington HS is the larger school with 458 students compared with 457.
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 Kensington Health Sciences better than Kensington HS?
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 Kensington Health Sciences and Kensington HS?
About 152 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kensington Health Sciences: 457. Kensington HS: 458. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kensington Health Sciences and Kensington HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Kensington Health Sciences is 586th of 618 and Kensington HS is 584th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).