KIPP North Philadelphia CS vs Russell Byers CS
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.2 km 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
Russell Byers CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
686 students
| Measure | KIPP North Philadelphia CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Russell Byers CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1325 of 1,627 | #1480 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #39203 of 50,301 | #45751 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 683 | 686 |
| Enrollment | 683 | 686 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 97.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 41% |
| Math proficiency | – | 14% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP North Philadelphia CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.0 vs 18.6).
- •Russell Byers CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.4% vs 98.2%).
- •KIPP North Philadelphia CS does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.7).
- •Russell Byers CS is the larger school with 686 students compared with 683.
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 Russell Byers CS?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP North Philadelphia CS ranks higher (29.0 vs 18.6 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 Russell Byers CS?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP North Philadelphia CS: 683. Russell Byers CS: 686. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP North Philadelphia CS and Russell Byers CS rank in Pennsylvania?
KIPP North Philadelphia CS is 1325th of 1,627 and Russell Byers CS is 1480th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).