Mellon MS vs Southern MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 350 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mellon MS
Pittsburgh · Public middle · Grades 6–8
661 students
Southern MS
Reading · Public middle · Grades 5–8
661 students
| Measure | Mellon MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Southern MS Reading, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #10 of 521 | #510 of 521 |
| National rank | #240 of 15,369 | #14858 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 661 | 661 |
| Enrollment | 661 | 661 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.8% | 105.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 6% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Reading |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mellon MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.8 vs 12.5).
- •Mellon MS does better on math proficiency (69% vs 6%).
- •Mellon MS does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 18%).
- •Mellon MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.8% vs 105.6%).
- •Mellon MS does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 12.7).
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 Mellon MS better than Southern MS?
On the Success Index (US), Mellon MS ranks higher (90.8 vs 12.5 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 Mellon MS and Southern MS?
About 350 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Reading in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mellon MS: 661. Southern MS: 661. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mellon MS and Southern MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Mellon MS is 10th of 521 and Southern MS is 510th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).