McDowell HS vs McKean El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 8.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McDowell HS
Erie · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,133 students
McKean El Sch
Mc Kean · Public elementary · Grades K–4
319 students
| Measure | McDowell HS Erie, Pennsylvania | McKean El Sch Mc Kean, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #189 of 618 | #162 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #2578 of 16,910 | #2098 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 2,133 | 319 |
| Enrollment | 2,133 | 319 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.9% | 38.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 77% |
| city | Erie | Mc Kean |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McKean El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.8 vs 73.0).
- •McDowell HS does better on math proficiency (78% vs 77%).
- •McKean El Sch does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 76%).
- •McKean El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.9% vs 48.9%).
- •McKean El Sch does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.4).
- •McDowell HS is the larger school with 2,133 students compared with 319.
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 McDowell HS better than McKean El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), McKean El Sch ranks higher (85.8 vs 73.0 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 McDowell HS and McKean El Sch?
About 8.4 km in a straight line, between Erie and Mc Kean in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McDowell HS: 2,133. McKean El Sch: 319. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McDowell HS and McKean El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
McDowell HS is 189th of 618 and McKean El Sch is 162nd of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).