McDowell HS vs Walnut Creek MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.7 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
Walnut Creek MS
Fairview · Public middle · Grades 6–8
399 students
| Measure | McDowell HS Erie, Pennsylvania | Walnut Creek MS Fairview, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #189 of 618 | #48 of 521 |
| National rank | #2578 of 16,910 | #933 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,133 | 399 |
| Enrollment | 2,133 | 399 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.9% | 38.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 61% |
| city | Erie | Fairview |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walnut Creek MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.7 vs 73.0).
- •McDowell HS does better on math proficiency (78% vs 61%).
- •Walnut Creek MS does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 76%).
- •Walnut Creek MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.3% vs 48.9%).
- •Walnut Creek MS does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 14.4).
- •McDowell HS is the larger school with 2,133 students compared with 399.
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 Walnut Creek MS?
On the Success Index (US), Walnut Creek MS ranks higher (83.7 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 Walnut Creek MS?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Erie and Fairview in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McDowell HS: 2,133. Walnut Creek MS: 399. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McDowell HS and Walnut Creek MS rank in Pennsylvania?
McDowell HS is 189th of 618 and Walnut Creek MS is 48th of 521 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).