Clairton MS/HS 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 MS/HS
Clairton · Public high · Grades 6–12
407 students
South Allegheny MS
McKeesport · Public middle · Grades 6–8
321 students
| Measure | Clairton MS/HS Clairton, Pennsylvania | South Allegheny MS McKeesport, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #563 of 618 | #461 of 521 |
| National rank | #15038 of 16,910 | #12518 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 407 | 321 |
| Enrollment | 407 | 321 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 103.4% | 104% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 13% | – |
| city | Clairton | McKeesport |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Allegheny MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.9 vs 21.4).
- •Clairton MS/HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (103.4% vs 104%).
- •Clairton MS/HS does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.8).
- •Clairton MS/HS is the larger school with 407 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 MS/HS better than South Allegheny MS?
On the Success Index (US), South Allegheny MS ranks higher (26.9 vs 21.4 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 Clairton MS/HS and South Allegheny MS?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Clairton and McKeesport in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clairton MS/HS: 407. South Allegheny MS: 321. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clairton MS/HS and South Allegheny MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Clairton MS/HS is 563rd of 618 and South Allegheny MS is 461st of 521 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).