Clairton El Sch vs South Allegheny MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clairton El Sch
Clairton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
348 students
South Allegheny MS
McKeesport · Public middle · Grades 6–8
321 students
| Measure | Clairton El Sch Clairton, Pennsylvania | South Allegheny MS McKeesport, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1447 of 1,627 | #461 of 521 |
| National rank | #44877 of 50,301 | #12518 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 348 | 321 |
| Enrollment | 348 | 321 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 112.4% | 104% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Clairton | McKeesport |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Allegheny MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.9 vs 19.9).
- •South Allegheny MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (104% vs 112.4%).
- •Clairton El Sch does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.8).
- •Clairton El Sch is the larger school with 348 students compared with 321.
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 Clairton El Sch better than South Allegheny MS?
On the Success Index (US), South Allegheny MS ranks higher (26.9 vs 19.9 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 Clairton El Sch and South Allegheny MS?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Clairton and McKeesport in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clairton El Sch: 348. South Allegheny MS: 321. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clairton El Sch and South Allegheny MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Clairton El Sch is 1447th of 1,627 and South Allegheny MS is 461st of 521 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).