McDowell HS vs Montessori Regional CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.8 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
Montessori Regional CS
Erie · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
626 students
| Measure | McDowell HS Erie, Pennsylvania | Montessori Regional CS Erie, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #189 of 618 | #1158 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #2578 of 16,910 | #31821 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 2,133 | 626 |
| Enrollment | 2,133 | 626 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.9% | 97.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 36% |
| city | Erie | Erie |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McDowell HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.0 vs 40.2).
- •McDowell HS does better on math proficiency (78% vs 36%).
- •McDowell HS does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 59%).
- •McDowell HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.9% vs 97.9%).
- •Montessori Regional CS does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.4).
- •McDowell HS is the larger school with 2,133 students compared with 626.
- •McDowell HS is a public school while Montessori Regional CS is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Montessori Regional CS?
On the Success Index (US), McDowell HS ranks higher (73.0 vs 40.2 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 McDowell HS and Montessori Regional CS?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Erie and Erie in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McDowell HS: 2,133. Montessori Regional CS: 626. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McDowell HS and Montessori Regional CS rank in Pennsylvania?
McDowell HS is 189th of 618 and Montessori Regional CS is 1158th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).