Propel CS-McKeesport vs Urban Pathways K-5 College CS
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 17 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
Urban Pathways K-5 College CS
Pittsburgh · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
304 students
| Measure | Propel CS-McKeesport McKeesport, Pennsylvania | Urban Pathways K-5 College CS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #985 of 1,627 | #1327 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #24217 of 50,301 | #39234 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 302 | 304 |
| Enrollment | 302 | 304 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99% | 95.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 12% |
| city | McKeesport | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Propel CS-McKeesport scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.4 vs 29.0).
- •Propel CS-McKeesport does better on math proficiency (44% vs 12%).
- •Propel CS-McKeesport does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 42%).
- •Urban Pathways K-5 College CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.7% vs 99%).
- •Urban Pathways K-5 College CS does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 12.1).
- •Urban Pathways K-5 College CS is the larger school with 304 students compared with 302.
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 Urban Pathways K-5 College CS?
On the Success Index (US), Propel CS-McKeesport ranks higher (51.4 vs 29.0 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 Urban Pathways K-5 College CS?
About 17 km in a straight line, between McKeesport and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Propel CS-McKeesport: 302. Urban Pathways K-5 College CS: 304. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Propel CS-McKeesport and Urban Pathways K-5 College CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Propel CS-McKeesport is 985th of 1,627 and Urban Pathways K-5 College CS is 1327th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).