Greater Johnstown MS vs Westmont Hilltop El Sch
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.
Greater Johnstown MS
Johnstown · Public middle · Grades 5–7
615 students
Westmont Hilltop El Sch
Johnstown · Public elementary · Grades K–6
749 students
| Measure | Greater Johnstown MS Johnstown, Pennsylvania | Westmont Hilltop El Sch Johnstown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #496 of 521 | #673 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #14162 of 15,369 | #14690 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–7 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 615 | 749 |
| Enrollment | 615 | 749 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 102.6% | 49.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 49% |
| city | Johnstown | Johnstown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Westmont Hilltop El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.2 vs 17.6).
- •Westmont Hilltop El Sch does better on math proficiency (49% vs 10%).
- •Westmont Hilltop El Sch does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 29%).
- •Westmont Hilltop El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.4% vs 102.6%).
- •Greater Johnstown MS does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.9).
- •Westmont Hilltop El Sch is the larger school with 749 students compared with 615.
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 Greater Johnstown MS better than Westmont Hilltop El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Westmont Hilltop El Sch ranks higher (65.2 vs 17.6 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 Greater Johnstown MS and Westmont Hilltop El Sch?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Johnstown and Johnstown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Greater Johnstown MS: 615. Westmont Hilltop El Sch: 749. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Greater Johnstown MS and Westmont Hilltop El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Greater Johnstown MS is 496th of 521 and Westmont Hilltop El Sch is 673rd of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).