Carson MS vs Hosack El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carson MS
Pittsburgh · Public middle · Grades 6–8
652 students
Hosack El Sch
Allison Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
348 students
| Measure | Carson MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Hosack El Sch Allison Park, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #34 of 521 | #30 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #679 of 15,369 | #388 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 652 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 652 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14% | 11.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 77% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Allison Park |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hosack El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.2 vs 85.6).
- •Hosack El Sch does better on math proficiency (77% vs 53%).
- •Hosack El Sch does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •Hosack El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.2% vs 14%).
- •Carson MS does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 12.4).
- •Carson MS is the larger school with 652 students compared with 348.
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 Carson MS better than Hosack El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Hosack El Sch ranks higher (92.2 vs 85.6 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 Carson MS and Hosack El Sch?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Allison Park in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carson MS: 652. Hosack El Sch: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carson MS and Hosack El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Carson MS is 34th of 521 and Hosack El Sch is 30th of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).