Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers vs Universal Alcorn CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers
Philadelphia · Charter high · Grades 9–12
589 students
Universal Alcorn CS
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
467 students
| Measure | Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Universal Alcorn CS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #447 of 618 | #1380 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #9016 of 16,910 | #42332 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 589 | 467 |
| Enrollment | 589 | 467 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 90.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 25% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.7 vs 24.0).
- •Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers does better on math proficiency (27% vs 25%).
- •Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 43%).
- •Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 18.0).
- •Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers is the larger school with 589 students compared with 467.
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 Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers better than Universal Alcorn CS?
On the Success Index (US), Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers ranks higher (47.7 vs 24.0 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 Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers and Universal Alcorn CS?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers: 589. Universal Alcorn CS: 467. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers and Universal Alcorn CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers is 447th of 618 and Universal Alcorn CS is 1380th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).