McMurray El Sch vs William Penn El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McMurray El Sch
McMurray · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
608 students
William Penn El Sch
Bethel Park · Public elementary · Grades K–4
212 students
| Measure | McMurray El Sch McMurray, Pennsylvania | William Penn El Sch Bethel Park, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 89 Top 5% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #78 of 1,627 | #71 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #1010 of 50,301 | #928 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 608 | 212 |
| Enrollment | 608 | 212 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.2% | 15.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 82% |
| city | McMurray | Bethel Park |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (89.0 vs 89.4).
- •William Penn El Sch does better on math proficiency (82% vs 78%).
- •McMurray El Sch does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 87%).
- •McMurray El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.2% vs 15.6%).
- •William Penn El Sch does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.5).
- •McMurray El Sch is the larger school with 608 students compared with 212.
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 McMurray El Sch better than William Penn El Sch?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are McMurray El Sch and William Penn El Sch?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between McMurray and Bethel Park in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McMurray El Sch: 608. William Penn El Sch: 212. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McMurray El Sch and William Penn El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
McMurray El Sch is 78th of 1,627 and William Penn El Sch is 71st of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).