KIPP North Philadelphia CS vs Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 767 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KIPP North Philadelphia CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
683 students
Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
273 students
| Measure | KIPP North Philadelphia CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1325 of 1,627 | #523 of 618 |
| National rank | #39203 of 50,301 | #12894 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 683 | 273 |
| Enrollment | 683 | 273 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 116.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 44.5% |
| Math proficiency | – | 34.5% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.0 vs 29.0).
- •KIPP North Philadelphia CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.2% vs 116.1%).
- •KIPP North Philadelphia CS is the larger school with 683 students compared with 273.
- •KIPP North Philadelphia CS is a charter school while Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 KIPP North Philadelphia CS better than Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson?
On the Success Index (US), Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson ranks higher (32.0 vs 29.0 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 KIPP North Philadelphia CS and Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson?
About 767 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP North Philadelphia CS: 683. Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson: 273. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP North Philadelphia CS and Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson rank in Pennsylvania?
KIPP North Philadelphia CS is 1325th of 1,627 and Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson is 523rd of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).