Fort Couch MS vs Independence MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fort Couch MS
Pittsburgh · Public middle · Grades 7–8
647 students
Independence MS
Bethel Park · Public middle · Grades 7–8
602 students
| Measure | Fort Couch MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Independence MS Bethel Park, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 90 Top 5% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #12 of 521 | #14 of 521 |
| National rank | #282 of 15,369 | #327 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 647 | 602 |
| Enrollment | 647 | 602 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.3% | 19.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 63% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Bethel Park |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (90.1 vs 89.4).
- •Fort Couch MS does better on math proficiency (71% vs 63%).
- •Fort Couch MS does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 85%).
- •Fort Couch MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.3% vs 19.1%).
- •Independence MS does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 13.5).
- •Fort Couch MS is the larger school with 647 students compared with 602.
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 Fort Couch MS better than Independence MS?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Fort Couch MS and Independence MS?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Bethel Park in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fort Couch MS: 647. Independence MS: 602. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fort Couch MS and Independence MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Fort Couch MS is 12th of 521 and Independence MS is 14th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).