Arts Academy CS vs Provident CS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 386 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arts Academy CS
Allentown · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
296 students
Provident CS
Pittsburgh · Charter middle · Grades 2–8
306 students
| Measure | Arts Academy CS Allentown, Pennsylvania | Provident CS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #396 of 521 | #429 of 521 |
| National rank | #9734 of 15,369 | #11279 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 2–8 |
| Students | 296 | 306 |
| Enrollment | 296 | 306 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.2% | 52.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 4.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 17% |
| city | Allentown | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arts Academy CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.3 vs 33.1).
- •Provident CS does better on math proficiency (17% vs 15%).
- •Arts Academy CS does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 22%).
- •Provident CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.6% vs 93.2%).
- •Provident CS does better on students per teacher (4.9 vs 11.8).
- •Provident CS is the larger school with 306 students compared with 296.
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 Arts Academy CS better than Provident CS?
On the Success Index (US), Arts Academy CS ranks higher (40.3 vs 33.1 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 Arts Academy CS and Provident CS?
About 386 km in a straight line, between Allentown and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arts Academy CS: 296. Provident CS: 306. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arts Academy CS and Provident CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Arts Academy CS is 396th of 521 and Provident CS is 429th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).