Brentwood MS vs Ligonier Valley MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 65 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brentwood MS
Pittsburgh · Public middle · Grades 6–8
269 students
Ligonier Valley MS
Ligonier · Public middle · Grades 6–8
268 students
| Measure | Brentwood MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Ligonier Valley MS Ligonier, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #288 of 521 | #267 of 521 |
| National rank | #6187 of 15,369 | #5619 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 269 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 269 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.5% | 46.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 31% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Ligonier |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ligonier Valley MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.4 vs 56.7).
- •Ligonier Valley MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.6% vs 56.5%).
- •Brentwood MS does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.2).
- •Brentwood MS is the larger school with 269 students compared with 268.
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 Brentwood MS better than Ligonier Valley MS?
On the Success Index (US), Ligonier Valley MS ranks higher (59.4 vs 56.7 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 Brentwood MS and Ligonier Valley MS?
About 65 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Ligonier in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brentwood MS: 269. Ligonier Valley MS: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brentwood MS and Ligonier Valley MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Brentwood MS is 288th of 521 and Ligonier Valley MS is 267th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).