Linton MS vs O'Block El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Linton MS
Pittsburgh · Public middle · Grades 6–8
626 students
O'Block El Sch
Pittsburgh · Public elementary · Grades K–4
512 students
| Measure | Linton MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | O'Block El Sch Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #495 of 521 | #340 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #14125 of 15,369 | #5686 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 626 | 512 |
| Enrollment | 626 | 512 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 103% | 39.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 70% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •O'Block El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.8 vs 17.9).
- •O'Block El Sch does better on math proficiency (70% vs 9%).
- •O'Block El Sch does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 32%).
- •O'Block El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.8% vs 103%).
- •Linton MS does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.6).
- •Linton MS is the larger school with 626 students compared with 512.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Linton MS better than O'Block El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), O'Block El Sch ranks higher (78.8 vs 17.9 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 Linton MS and O'Block El Sch?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Linton MS: 626. O'Block El Sch: 512. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Linton MS and O'Block El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Linton MS is 495th of 521 and O'Block El Sch is 340th of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).