Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 vs Pittsburgh Manchester K-8
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pittsburgh Classical 6-8
Pittsburgh · Public middle · Grades 6–8
245 students
Pittsburgh Manchester K-8
Pittsburgh · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
159 students
| Measure | Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #465 of 521 | #1371 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #12738 of 15,369 | #41790 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 245 | 159 |
| Enrollment | 245 | 159 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 112.2% | 103.1% |
| Students per teacher | 9.1 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 27% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (25.7 vs 24.9).
- •Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 does better on math proficiency (27% vs 19%).
- •Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 37%).
- •Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (103.1% vs 112.2%).
- •Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 does better on students per teacher (9.1 vs 9.9).
- •Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 is the larger school with 245 students compared with 159.
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 Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 better than Pittsburgh Manchester K-8?
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 Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 and Pittsburgh Manchester K-8?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pittsburgh Classical 6-8: 245. Pittsburgh Manchester K-8: 159. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 and Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 rank in Pennsylvania?
Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 is 465th of 521 and Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 is 1371st of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).