Founders Hall Middle Sch vs South Allegheny MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Founders Hall Middle Sch
McKeesport · Public middle · Grades 6–8
642 students
South Allegheny MS
McKeesport · Public middle · Grades 6–8
321 students
| Measure | Founders Hall Middle Sch McKeesport, Pennsylvania | South Allegheny MS McKeesport, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #468 of 521 | #461 of 521 |
| National rank | #12836 of 15,369 | #12518 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 642 | 321 |
| Enrollment | 642 | 321 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.1% | 104% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | – |
| Math proficiency | 13% | – |
| city | McKeesport | McKeesport |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Allegheny MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.9 vs 25.1).
- •Founders Hall Middle Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.1% vs 104%).
- •Founders Hall Middle Sch does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 12.8).
- •Founders Hall Middle Sch is the larger school with 642 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 Founders Hall Middle Sch better than South Allegheny MS?
On the Success Index (US), South Allegheny MS ranks higher (26.9 vs 25.1 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 Founders Hall Middle Sch and South Allegheny MS?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between McKeesport and McKeesport in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Founders Hall Middle Sch: 642. South Allegheny MS: 321. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Founders Hall Middle Sch and South Allegheny MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Founders Hall Middle Sch is 468th of 521 and South Allegheny MS is 461st of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).