McGuffey MS vs Penn Cambria MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 158 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McGuffey MS
Claysville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
342 students
Penn Cambria MS
Gallitzin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
343 students
| Measure | McGuffey MS Claysville, Pennsylvania | Penn Cambria MS Gallitzin, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #341 of 521 | #312 of 521 |
| National rank | #7947 of 15,369 | #6978 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 342 | 343 |
| Enrollment | 342 | 343 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.8% | 69.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 40% |
| city | Claysville | Gallitzin |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Penn Cambria MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.1 vs 48.6).
- •Penn Cambria MS does better on math proficiency (40% vs 24%).
- •Penn Cambria MS does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 54%).
- •McGuffey MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.8% vs 69.4%).
- •McGuffey MS does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 15.6).
- •Penn Cambria MS is the larger school with 343 students compared with 342.
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 McGuffey MS better than Penn Cambria MS?
On the Success Index (US), Penn Cambria MS ranks higher (53.1 vs 48.6 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 McGuffey MS and Penn Cambria MS?
About 158 km in a straight line, between Claysville and Gallitzin in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McGuffey MS: 342. Penn Cambria MS: 343. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McGuffey MS and Penn Cambria MS rank in Pennsylvania?
McGuffey MS is 341st of 521 and Penn Cambria MS is 312th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).