Cecil Intrmd Sch vs South Central El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 7.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cecil Intrmd Sch
Mc Donald · Public middle · Grades 5–6
412 students
South Central El
Canonsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–4
450 students
| Measure | Cecil Intrmd Sch Mc Donald, Pennsylvania | South Central El Canonsburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #67 of 521 | #252 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #1197 of 15,369 | #3711 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 412 | 450 |
| Enrollment | 412 | 450 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.4% | 48% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 82% |
| city | Mc Donald | Canonsburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (81.8 vs 82.4).
- •South Central El does better on math proficiency (82% vs 66%).
- •Cecil Intrmd Sch does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 82%).
- •Cecil Intrmd Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.4% vs 48%).
- •South Central El does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 15.3).
- •South Central El is the larger school with 450 students compared with 412.
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 Cecil Intrmd Sch better than South Central El?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Cecil Intrmd Sch and South Central El?
About 7.9 km in a straight line, between Mc Donald and Canonsburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cecil Intrmd Sch: 412. South Central El: 450. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cecil Intrmd Sch and South Central El rank in Pennsylvania?
Cecil Intrmd Sch is 67th of 521 and South Central El is 252nd of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).