Elizabeth Forward MS vs South Allegheny MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 6.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elizabeth Forward MS
Elizabeth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
538 students
South Allegheny MS
McKeesport · Public middle · Grades 6–8
321 students
| Measure | Elizabeth Forward MS Elizabeth, Pennsylvania | South Allegheny MS McKeesport, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #185 of 521 | #461 of 521 |
| National rank | #3892 of 15,369 | #12518 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 538 | 321 |
| Enrollment | 538 | 321 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.9% | 104% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Elizabeth | McKeesport |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elizabeth Forward MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.5 vs 26.9).
- •Elizabeth Forward MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.9% vs 104%).
- •Elizabeth Forward MS is the larger school with 538 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 Elizabeth Forward MS better than South Allegheny MS?
On the Success Index (US), Elizabeth Forward MS ranks higher (67.5 vs 26.9 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 Elizabeth Forward MS and South Allegheny MS?
About 6.5 km in a straight line, between Elizabeth and McKeesport in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elizabeth Forward MS: 538. South Allegheny MS: 321. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elizabeth Forward MS and South Allegheny MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Elizabeth Forward MS is 185th of 521 and South Allegheny MS is 461st of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).