McDowell HS vs Wilson HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 397 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
Wilson HS
West Lawn · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,133 students
| Measure | McDowell HS Erie, Pennsylvania | Wilson HS West Lawn, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #189 of 618 | #140 of 618 |
| National rank | #2578 of 16,910 | #1794 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,133 | 2,133 |
| Enrollment | 2,133 | 2,133 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.9% | 42.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 79% |
| city | Erie | West Lawn |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilson HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.8 vs 73.0).
- •Wilson HS does better on math proficiency (79% vs 78%).
- •Wilson HS does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 76%).
- •Wilson HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.4% vs 48.9%).
- •McDowell HS does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 16.2).
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 Wilson HS?
On the Success Index (US), Wilson HS ranks higher (76.8 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 Wilson HS?
About 397 km in a straight line, between Erie and West Lawn in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McDowell HS: 2,133. Wilson HS: 2,133. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McDowell HS and Wilson HS rank in Pennsylvania?
McDowell HS is 189th of 618 and Wilson HS is 140th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).