Danville Area MS vs Penn MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 264 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Danville Area MS
Danville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
518 students
Penn MS
Jeannette · Public middle · Grades 6–8
518 students
| Measure | Danville Area MS Danville, Pennsylvania | Penn MS Jeannette, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #123 of 521 | #69 of 521 |
| National rank | #2537 of 15,369 | #1235 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 518 | 518 |
| Enrollment | 518 | 518 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.5% | 24.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 60% |
| city | Danville | Jeannette |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Penn MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.6 vs 74.0).
- •Penn MS does better on math proficiency (60% vs 52%).
- •Penn MS does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 71%).
- •Penn MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.7% vs 35.5%).
- •Danville Area MS does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.4).
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 Danville Area MS better than Penn MS?
On the Success Index (US), Penn MS ranks higher (81.6 vs 74.0 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 Danville Area MS and Penn MS?
About 264 km in a straight line, between Danville and Jeannette in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Danville Area MS: 518. Penn MS: 518. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Danville Area MS and Penn MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Danville Area MS is 123rd of 521 and Penn MS is 69th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).