Dickson Prep STEAM Academy vs South Park MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dickson Prep STEAM Academy
Swissvale · Public middle · Grades 6–8
579 students
South Park MS
South Park · Public middle · Grades 5–8
580 students
| Measure | Dickson Prep STEAM Academy Swissvale, Pennsylvania | South Park MS South Park, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #375 of 521 | #128 of 521 |
| National rank | #8888 of 15,369 | #2659 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 579 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 579 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.3% | 32.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 69% |
| Math proficiency | – | 56% |
| city | Swissvale | South Park |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Park MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.4 vs 44.2).
- •South Park MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.2% vs 80.3%).
- •Dickson Prep STEAM Academy does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 15.3).
- •South Park MS is the larger school with 580 students compared with 579.
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 Dickson Prep STEAM Academy better than South Park MS?
On the Success Index (US), South Park MS ranks higher (73.4 vs 44.2 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 Dickson Prep STEAM Academy and South Park MS?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Swissvale and South Park in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dickson Prep STEAM Academy: 579. South Park MS: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dickson Prep STEAM Academy and South Park MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Dickson Prep STEAM Academy is 375th of 521 and South Park MS is 128th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).