Knoch MS vs Westlake MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 152 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Knoch MS
Saxonburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
479 students
Westlake MS
Erie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
477 students
| Measure | Knoch MS Saxonburg, Pennsylvania | Westlake MS Erie, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #211 of 521 | #230 of 521 |
| National rank | #4396 of 15,369 | #4832 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 479 | 477 |
| Enrollment | 479 | 477 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.7% | 61.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 42% |
| city | Saxonburg | Erie |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Knoch MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.9 vs 63.0).
- •Westlake MS does better on math proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Westlake MS does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 69%).
- •Knoch MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.7% vs 61.2%).
- •Westlake MS does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.1).
- •Knoch MS is the larger school with 479 students compared with 477.
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 Knoch MS better than Westlake MS?
On the Success Index (US), Knoch MS ranks higher (64.9 vs 63.0 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 Knoch MS and Westlake MS?
About 152 km in a straight line, between Saxonburg and Erie in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Knoch MS: 479. Westlake MS: 477. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Knoch MS and Westlake MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Knoch MS is 211th of 521 and Westlake MS is 230th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).