Carson MS vs James W Parker MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 150 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
James W Parker MS
Edinboro · Public middle · Grades 5–8
652 students
| Measure | Carson MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | James W Parker MS Edinboro, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #34 of 521 | #166 of 521 |
| National rank | #679 of 15,369 | #3552 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 652 | 652 |
| Enrollment | 652 | 652 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14% | 39.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 53% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Edinboro |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carson MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.6 vs 69.0).
- •Carson MS does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 68%).
- •Carson MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14% vs 39.4%).
- •Carson MS does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 15.9).
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 James W Parker MS?
On the Success Index (US), Carson MS ranks higher (85.6 vs 69.0 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 Carson MS and James W Parker MS?
About 150 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Edinboro in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carson MS: 652. James W Parker MS: 652. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carson MS and James W Parker MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Carson MS is 34th of 521 and James W Parker MS is 166th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).