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Independence CS
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Grades K to 8 · Independence CS
Charter school
About Independence CS
Independence CS serves kindergarten through grade 8 as a public charter school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Enrollment was 796 in the 2024-25 school year. That makes it one of the larger public and charter elementary schools in Philadelphia. With about 67.5 full-time-equivalent teachers, that works out to roughly 11.8 students per teacher. The surrounding area is classified as a large city. Within 5 miles there are 278 other schools, so families have nearby options to compare.
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School facts
| Address | 1600 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (215) 238-8000 |
| School district | Independence CS |
| Grades | K to 8 |
| Students (2024-25) | 796 |
| Teachers (full-time equivalent, 2024-25) | 67.5 |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 |
| Charter school | Yes |
| School type | Regular |
| Level | Elementary |
| Locale (NCES) | City, large, Philadelphia County |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data (CCD), 2024-25 public school directory and membership files (NCES school ID 420008700584). Details may have changed since the survey. Schools can update them by claiming this profile.
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Frequently asked questions
What grades does Independence CS serve?
Independence CS serves kindergarten through grade 8.
How many students attend Independence CS?
Independence CS reported 796 students in 2024-25, according to the NCES Common Core of Data.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Independence CS?
About 11.8 students per full-time-equivalent teacher, based on 796 students and 67.5 teachers in federal data.
Is Independence CS a public or charter school?
Independence CS is a public charter school.
What school district is Independence CS in?
Independence CS is part of Independence CS.
Where is Independence CS located?
Independence CS is at 1600 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146. The phone number is (215) 238-8000.
How many other schools are near Independence CS?
There are 278 other schools within 5 miles of Independence CS in our directory.
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