McQuistion El Sch vs Northwest El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McQuistion El Sch
Butler · Public elementary · Grades K–5
498 students
Northwest El Sch
Butler · Public elementary · Grades K–5
404 students
| Measure | McQuistion El Sch Butler, Pennsylvania | Northwest El Sch Butler, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #902 of 1,627 | #930 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #21742 of 50,301 | #22381 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 498 | 404 |
| Enrollment | 498 | 404 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.6% | 104% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 52% |
| city | Butler | Butler |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (54.9 vs 54.0).
- •McQuistion El Sch does better on math proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Northwest El Sch does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •McQuistion El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (100.6% vs 104%).
- •McQuistion El Sch does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 13.9).
- •McQuistion El Sch is the larger school with 498 students compared with 404.
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 McQuistion El Sch better than Northwest 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 McQuistion El Sch and Northwest El Sch?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Butler and Butler in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McQuistion El Sch: 498. Northwest El Sch: 404. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McQuistion El Sch and Northwest El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
McQuistion El Sch is 902nd of 1,627 and Northwest El Sch is 930th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).