Central Valley MS vs Rochester MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Valley MS
Monaca · Public middle · Grades 6–8
504 students
Rochester MS
Rochester · Public middle · Grades 6–8
181 students
| Measure | Central Valley MS Monaca, Pennsylvania | Rochester MS Rochester, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #173 of 521 | #417 of 521 |
| National rank | #3680 of 15,369 | #10803 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 504 | 181 |
| Enrollment | 504 | 181 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.7% | 96.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 17% |
| city | Monaca | Rochester |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Valley MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.4 vs 35.3).
- •Central Valley MS does better on math proficiency (38% vs 17%).
- •Central Valley MS does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 57%).
- •Central Valley MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.7% vs 96.1%).
- •Central Valley MS does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.1).
- •Central Valley MS is the larger school with 504 students compared with 181.
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 Central Valley MS better than Rochester MS?
On the Success Index (US), Central Valley MS ranks higher (68.4 vs 35.3 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 Central Valley MS and Rochester MS?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Monaca and Rochester in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Valley MS: 504. Rochester MS: 181. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Valley MS and Rochester MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Central Valley MS is 173rd of 521 and Rochester MS is 417th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).