KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS vs West Philadelphia HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 436 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
West Philadelphia HS
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
718 students
| Measure | KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | West Philadelphia HS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1167 of 1,627 | #607 of 618 |
| National rank | #32343 of 50,301 | #16508 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 398 | 718 |
| Enrollment | 398 | 718 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.9% | 82.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 17% |
| Math proficiency | – | 12% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.4 vs 11.3).
- •KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.9% vs 82.6%).
- •KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 21.1).
- •West Philadelphia HS is the larger school with 718 students compared with 398.
- •KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS is a charter school while West Philadelphia HS 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 West Philadelphia HS?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS ranks higher (39.4 vs 11.3 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 West Philadelphia HS?
About 436 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS: 398. West Philadelphia HS: 718. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS and West Philadelphia HS rank in Pennsylvania?
KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS is 1167th of 1,627 and West Philadelphia HS is 607th of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).