McDowell HS vs Westlake MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.4 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
Westlake MS
Erie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
477 students
| Measure | McDowell HS Erie, Pennsylvania | Westlake MS Erie, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #189 of 618 | #230 of 521 |
| National rank | #2578 of 16,910 | #4832 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,133 | 477 |
| Enrollment | 2,133 | 477 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.9% | 61.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 42% |
| city | Erie | Erie |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McDowell HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.0 vs 63.0).
- •McDowell HS does better on math proficiency (78% vs 42%).
- •McDowell HS does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 71%).
- •McDowell HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.9% vs 61.2%).
- •Westlake MS does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.4).
- •McDowell HS is the larger school with 2,133 students compared with 477.
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 Westlake MS?
On the Success Index (US), McDowell HS ranks higher (73.0 vs 63.0 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 Westlake MS?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Erie and Erie in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McDowell HS: 2,133. Westlake MS: 477. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McDowell HS and Westlake MS rank in Pennsylvania?
McDowell HS is 189th of 618 and Westlake MS is 230th of 521 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).