James S Wilson MS vs West Hempfield MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 201 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James S Wilson MS
Erie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
547 students
West Hempfield MS
Irwin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
546 students
| Measure | James S Wilson MS Erie, Pennsylvania | West Hempfield MS Irwin, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #207 of 521 | #131 of 521 |
| National rank | #4281 of 15,369 | #2736 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 547 | 546 |
| Enrollment | 547 | 546 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.4% | 47.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 53% |
| city | Erie | Irwin |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Hempfield MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.0 vs 65.5).
- •West Hempfield MS does better on math proficiency (53% vs 45%).
- •West Hempfield MS does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 70%).
- •West Hempfield MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.1% vs 51.4%).
- •West Hempfield MS does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.3).
- •James S Wilson MS is the larger school with 547 students compared with 546.
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 James S Wilson MS better than West Hempfield MS?
On the Success Index (US), West Hempfield MS ranks higher (73.0 vs 65.5 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 James S Wilson MS and West Hempfield MS?
About 201 km in a straight line, between Erie and Irwin in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James S Wilson MS: 547. West Hempfield MS: 546. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James S Wilson MS and West Hempfield MS rank in Pennsylvania?
James S Wilson MS is 207th of 521 and West Hempfield MS is 131st of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).