South Scranton Intrmd Sch vs West Allegheny MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 398 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Scranton Intrmd Sch
Scranton · Public middle · Grades 5–8
798 students
West Allegheny MS
Imperial · Public middle · Grades 6–8
796 students
| Measure | South Scranton Intrmd Sch Scranton, Pennsylvania | West Allegheny MS Imperial, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #455 of 521 | #91 of 521 |
| National rank | #12253 of 15,369 | #1729 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 798 | 796 |
| Enrollment | 798 | 796 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.9% | 27.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 61% |
| city | Scranton | Imperial |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Allegheny MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.5 vs 28.3).
- •West Allegheny MS does better on math proficiency (61% vs 20%).
- •West Allegheny MS does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 41%).
- •West Allegheny MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.8% vs 97.9%).
- •South Scranton Intrmd Sch does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 16.2).
- •South Scranton Intrmd Sch is the larger school with 798 students compared with 796.
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 South Scranton Intrmd Sch better than West Allegheny MS?
On the Success Index (US), West Allegheny MS ranks higher (78.5 vs 28.3 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 South Scranton Intrmd Sch and West Allegheny MS?
About 398 km in a straight line, between Scranton and Imperial in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Scranton Intrmd Sch: 798. West Allegheny MS: 796. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Scranton Intrmd Sch and West Allegheny MS rank in Pennsylvania?
South Scranton Intrmd Sch is 455th of 521 and West Allegheny MS is 91st of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).