Catasauqua MS vs Westlake MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 425 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Catasauqua MS
Catasauqua · Public middle · Grades 5–8
477 students
Westlake MS
Erie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
477 students
| Measure | Catasauqua MS Catasauqua, Pennsylvania | Westlake MS Erie, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #400 of 521 | #230 of 521 |
| National rank | #9938 of 15,369 | #4832 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 477 | 477 |
| Enrollment | 477 | 477 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.1% | 61.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 42% |
| city | Catasauqua | Erie |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Westlake MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.0 vs 39.4).
- •Westlake MS does better on math proficiency (42% vs 31%).
- •Westlake MS does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 60%).
- •Westlake MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.2% vs 98.1%).
- •Westlake MS does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.9).
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 Catasauqua MS better than Westlake MS?
On the Success Index (US), Westlake MS ranks higher (63.0 vs 39.4 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 Catasauqua MS and Westlake MS?
About 425 km in a straight line, between Catasauqua and Erie in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Catasauqua MS: 477. Westlake MS: 477. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Catasauqua MS and Westlake MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Catasauqua MS is 400th of 521 and Westlake MS is 230th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).