North Star Central El Sch vs Pittsburgh Arlington K-8
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 85 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Star Central El Sch
Boswell · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
385 students
Pittsburgh Arlington K-8
Pittsburgh · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
385 students
| Measure | North Star Central El Sch Boswell, Pennsylvania | Pittsburgh Arlington K-8 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #750 of 1,627 | #1418 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #16871 of 50,301 | #43802 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 385 | 385 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 385 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 103.4% | 96.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.1 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 10% |
| city | Boswell | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Star Central El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.9 vs 21.7).
- •North Star Central El Sch does better on math proficiency (62% vs 10%).
- •North Star Central El Sch does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 28%).
- •Pittsburgh Arlington K-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.1% vs 103.4%).
- •North Star Central El Sch does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 10.4).
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 North Star Central El Sch better than Pittsburgh Arlington K-8?
On the Success Index (US), North Star Central El Sch ranks higher (61.9 vs 21.7 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 North Star Central El Sch and Pittsburgh Arlington K-8?
About 85 km in a straight line, between Boswell and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Star Central El Sch: 385. Pittsburgh Arlington K-8: 385. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Star Central El Sch and Pittsburgh Arlington K-8 rank in Pennsylvania?
North Star Central El Sch is 750th of 1,627 and Pittsburgh Arlington K-8 is 1418th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).