Big Spring MS vs Plum MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 200 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Big Spring MS
Newville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
550 students
Plum MS
Pittsburgh · Public middle · Grades 7–8
550 students
| Measure | Big Spring MS Newville, Pennsylvania | Plum MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #212 of 521 | #178 of 521 |
| National rank | #4449 of 15,369 | #3740 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 550 | 550 |
| Enrollment | 550 | 550 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42% | 31.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 45% |
| city | Newville | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Plum MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.2 vs 64.6).
- •Plum MS does better on math proficiency (45% vs 39%).
- •Plum MS does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 64%).
- •Plum MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.8% vs 42%).
- •Big Spring MS does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 16.7).
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 Big Spring MS better than Plum MS?
On the Success Index (US), Plum MS ranks higher (68.2 vs 64.6 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 Big Spring MS and Plum MS?
About 200 km in a straight line, between Newville and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Big Spring MS: 550. Plum MS: 550. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Big Spring MS and Plum MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Big Spring MS is 212th of 521 and Plum MS is 178th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).