Erie HS vs James S Wilson MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Erie HS
Erie · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,501 students
James S Wilson MS
Erie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
547 students
| Measure | Erie HS Erie, Pennsylvania | James S Wilson MS Erie, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #555 of 618 | #207 of 521 |
| National rank | #14532 of 16,910 | #4281 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,501 | 547 |
| Enrollment | 2,501 | 547 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.6% | 51.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 45% |
| city | Erie | Erie |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James S Wilson MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.5 vs 24.2).
- •James S Wilson MS does better on math proficiency (45% vs 25%).
- •James S Wilson MS does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 31%).
- •James S Wilson MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.4% vs 96.6%).
- •James S Wilson MS does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 13.9).
- •Erie HS is the larger school with 2,501 students compared with 547.
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 Erie HS better than James S Wilson MS?
On the Success Index (US), James S Wilson MS ranks higher (65.5 vs 24.2 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 Erie HS and James S Wilson MS?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Erie and Erie in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Erie HS: 2,501. James S Wilson MS: 547. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Erie HS and James S Wilson MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Erie HS is 555th of 618 and James S Wilson MS is 207th of 521 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).