California Area El Sch vs California Area MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 259 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
California Area El Sch
Coal Center · Public elementary · Grades K–6
485 students
California Area MS
Coal Center · Public middle · Grades 7–8
158 students
| Measure | California Area El Sch Coal Center, Pennsylvania | California Area MS Coal Center, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1078 of 1,627 | #347 of 521 |
| National rank | #28593 of 50,301 | #8049 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 485 | 158 |
| Enrollment | 485 | 158 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 93% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 42% |
| city | Coal Center | Coal Center |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •California Area MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.1 vs 45.0).
- •California Area El Sch does better on math proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •California Area MS does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •California Area MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93% vs 99.4%).
- •California Area El Sch does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 17.6).
- •California Area El Sch is the larger school with 485 students compared with 158.
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 California Area El Sch better than California Area MS?
On the Success Index (US), California Area MS ranks higher (48.1 vs 45.0 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 California Area El Sch and California Area MS?
About 259 m in a straight line, between Coal Center and Coal Center in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
California Area El Sch: 485. California Area MS: 158. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do California Area El Sch and California Area MS rank in Pennsylvania?
California Area El Sch is 1078th of 1,627 and California Area MS is 347th of 521 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).