KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS vs Parkway West
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 569 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–3
398 students
Parkway West
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
149 students
| Measure | KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Parkway West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1167 of 1,627 | #537 of 618 |
| National rank | #32343 of 50,301 | #13746 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 398 | 149 |
| Enrollment | 398 | 149 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.9% | 112.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 34.5% |
| Math proficiency | – | 34.5% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.4 vs 28.1).
- •KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.9% vs 112.1%).
- •Parkway West does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 14.7).
- •KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS is the larger school with 398 students compared with 149.
- •KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS is a charter school while Parkway West 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 Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS better than Parkway West?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS ranks higher (39.4 vs 28.1 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 KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS and Parkway West?
About 569 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS: 398. Parkway West: 149. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS and Parkway West rank in Pennsylvania?
KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS is 1167th of 1,627 and Parkway West is 537th of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).