Donaldson Elem Sch vs South Fayette El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 7.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donaldson Elem Sch
Oakdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
535 students
South Fayette El Sch
McDonald · Public elementary · Grades K–2
717 students
| Measure | Donaldson Elem Sch Oakdale, Pennsylvania | South Fayette El Sch McDonald, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #242 of 1,627 | #557 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #3424 of 50,301 | #11193 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 535 | 717 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 717 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.5% | 14.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | – |
| Math proficiency | 87% | – |
| city | Oakdale | McDonald |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Donaldson Elem Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.9 vs 70.2).
- •South Fayette El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.2% vs 26.5%).
- •South Fayette El Sch does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 17.8).
- •South Fayette El Sch is the larger school with 717 students compared with 535.
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 Donaldson Elem Sch better than South Fayette El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Donaldson Elem Sch ranks higher (82.9 vs 70.2 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 Donaldson Elem Sch and South Fayette El Sch?
About 7.0 km in a straight line, between Oakdale and McDonald in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Donaldson Elem Sch: 535. South Fayette El Sch: 717. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Donaldson Elem Sch and South Fayette El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Donaldson Elem Sch is 242nd of 1,627 and South Fayette El Sch is 557th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).