Jefferson MS vs Mellon MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson MS
Pittsburgh · Public middle · Grades 6–8
621 students
Mellon MS
Pittsburgh · Public middle · Grades 6–8
661 students
| Measure | Jefferson MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Mellon MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #5 of 521 | #10 of 521 |
| National rank | #119 of 15,369 | #240 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 621 | 661 |
| Enrollment | 621 | 661 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.6% | 13.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 93% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 69% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.1 vs 90.8).
- •Jefferson MS does better on math proficiency (75% vs 69%).
- •Jefferson MS does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 88%).
- •Mellon MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.8% vs 17.6%).
- •Jefferson MS does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.5).
- •Mellon MS is the larger school with 661 students compared with 621.
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 Jefferson MS better than Mellon MS?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson MS ranks higher (93.1 vs 90.8 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 Jefferson MS and Mellon MS?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson MS: 621. Mellon MS: 661. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson MS and Mellon MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Jefferson MS is 5th of 521 and Mellon MS is 10th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).