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Independence CS West
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Grades K to 8 · Independence CS West
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About Independence CS West
Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Independence CS West is a public charter school for kindergarten through grade 8. Enrollment was 811 in the 2024-25 school year. That makes it one of the larger public and charter elementary schools in Philadelphia. With about 58 full-time-equivalent teachers, that works out to roughly 14 students per teacher. The surrounding area is classified as a large city. Families comparing options will find 235 other schools within 5 miles.
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School facts
| Address | 5600 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (215) 724-5600 |
| School district | Independence CS West |
| Grades | K to 8 |
| Students (2024-25) | 811 |
| Teachers (full-time equivalent, 2024-25) | 58 |
| Students per teacher | 14 |
| 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 420089307600). 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 West serve?
Independence CS West serves kindergarten through grade 8.
How many students attend Independence CS West?
Independence CS West reported 811 students in 2024-25, according to the NCES Common Core of Data.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Independence CS West?
About 14 students per full-time-equivalent teacher, based on 811 students and 58 teachers in federal data.
Is Independence CS West a public or charter school?
Independence CS West is a public charter school.
What school district is Independence CS West in?
Independence CS West is part of Independence CS West.
Where is Independence CS West located?
Independence CS West is at 5600 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143. The phone number is (215) 724-5600.
How many other schools are near Independence CS West?
There are 235 other schools within 5 miles of Independence CS West in our directory.
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