Northeast HS vs Tacony Academy CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northeast HS
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,463 students
Tacony Academy CS
Philadelphia · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,083 students
| Measure | Northeast HS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Tacony Academy CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #532 of 618 | – |
| National rank | #13511 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 3,463 | 1,083 |
| Enrollment | 3,463 | 1,083 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.3% | 99.2% |
| Students per teacher | 27.9 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 32% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northeast HS does better on math proficiency (41% vs 32%).
- •Tacony Academy CS does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 46%).
- •Northeast HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.3% vs 99.2%).
- •Tacony Academy CS does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 27.9).
- •Northeast HS is the larger school with 3,463 students compared with 1,083.
- •Northeast HS is a public school while Tacony Academy CS is a charter 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 Northeast HS better than Tacony Academy CS?
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 Northeast HS and Tacony Academy CS?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northeast HS: 3,463. Tacony Academy CS: 1,083. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northeast HS and Tacony Academy CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Northeast HS is 532nd of 618 and Tacony Academy CS is unranked among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).