Propel CS-McKeesport vs South Allegheny MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Propel CS-McKeesport
McKeesport · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
302 students
South Allegheny MS
McKeesport · Public middle · Grades 6–8
321 students
| Measure | Propel CS-McKeesport McKeesport, Pennsylvania | South Allegheny MS McKeesport, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #985 of 1,627 | #461 of 521 |
| National rank | #24217 of 50,301 | #12518 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 302 | 321 |
| Enrollment | 302 | 321 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99% | 104% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | – |
| Math proficiency | 44% | – |
| city | McKeesport | McKeesport |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Propel CS-McKeesport scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.4 vs 26.9).
- •Propel CS-McKeesport does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99% vs 104%).
- •Propel CS-McKeesport does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 12.8).
- •South Allegheny MS is the larger school with 321 students compared with 302.
- •Propel CS-McKeesport is a charter school while South Allegheny MS is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Propel CS-McKeesport better than South Allegheny MS?
On the Success Index (US), Propel CS-McKeesport ranks higher (51.4 vs 26.9 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 Propel CS-McKeesport and South Allegheny MS?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between McKeesport and McKeesport in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Propel CS-McKeesport: 302. South Allegheny MS: 321. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Propel CS-McKeesport and South Allegheny MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Propel CS-McKeesport is 985th of 1,627 and South Allegheny MS is 461st of 521 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).