Linton MS vs Plum SHS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.9 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
Plum SHS
Plum · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,220 students
| Measure | Linton MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Plum SHS Plum, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #495 of 521 | #142 of 618 |
| National rank | #14125 of 15,369 | #1811 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 626 | 1,220 |
| Enrollment | 626 | 1,220 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 103% | 31.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 74% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Plum |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Plum SHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.7 vs 17.9).
- •Plum SHS does better on math proficiency (74% vs 9%).
- •Plum SHS does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 32%).
- •Plum SHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.8% vs 103%).
- •Linton MS does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 17.7).
- •Plum SHS is the larger school with 1,220 students compared with 626.
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 Linton MS better than Plum SHS?
On the Success Index (US), Plum SHS ranks higher (76.7 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 Plum SHS?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Plum in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Linton MS: 626. Plum SHS: 1,220. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Linton MS and Plum SHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Linton MS is 495th of 521 and Plum SHS is 142nd of 618 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).