Jefferson MS vs Moon Area Upper MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 20 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
Moon Area Upper MS
Moon Township · Public middle · Grades 7–8
621 students
| Measure | Jefferson MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Moon Area Upper MS Moon Township, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #5 of 521 | #63 of 521 |
| National rank | #119 of 15,369 | #1148 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 621 | 621 |
| Enrollment | 621 | 621 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.6% | 27.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 93% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 55% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Moon Township |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.1 vs 82.2).
- •Jefferson MS does better on math proficiency (75% vs 55%).
- •Jefferson MS does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 77%).
- •Jefferson MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.6% vs 27.4%).
- •Jefferson MS does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 11.7).
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 Moon Area Upper MS?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson MS ranks higher (93.1 vs 82.2 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 Moon Area Upper MS?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Moon Township in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson MS: 621. Moon Area Upper MS: 621. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson MS and Moon Area Upper MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Jefferson MS is 5th of 521 and Moon Area Upper MS is 63rd of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).