McKee El Sch vs South Fayette Intermediate Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McKee El Sch
Oakdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
521 students
South Fayette Intermediate Sch
McDonald · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
803 students
| Measure | McKee El Sch Oakdale, Pennsylvania | South Fayette Intermediate Sch McDonald, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #377 of 1,627 | #70 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #6542 of 50,301 | #925 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 521 | 803 |
| Enrollment | 521 | 803 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.7% | 15.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 77% |
| city | Oakdale | McDonald |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Fayette Intermediate Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.4 vs 77.3).
- •South Fayette Intermediate Sch does better on math proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •South Fayette Intermediate Sch does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 74%).
- •South Fayette Intermediate Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.1% vs 39.7%).
- •South Fayette Intermediate Sch does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 14.1).
- •South Fayette Intermediate Sch is the larger school with 803 students compared with 521.
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 McKee El Sch better than South Fayette Intermediate Sch?
On the Success Index (US), South Fayette Intermediate Sch ranks higher (89.4 vs 77.3 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 McKee El Sch and South Fayette Intermediate Sch?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Oakdale and McDonald in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McKee El Sch: 521. South Fayette Intermediate Sch: 803. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McKee El Sch and South Fayette Intermediate Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
McKee El Sch is 377th of 1,627 and South Fayette Intermediate Sch is 70th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).