Berkey Sch vs Middle Paxton El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 241 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berkey Sch
Arnold · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
289 students
Middle Paxton El Sch
Dauphin · Public elementary · Grades K–5
289 students
| Measure | Berkey Sch Arnold, Pennsylvania | Middle Paxton El Sch Dauphin, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1258 of 1,627 | #361 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #36298 of 50,301 | #6097 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 289 | 289 |
| Enrollment | 289 | 289 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 108.7% | 30.4% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 72% |
| Math proficiency | – | 67% |
| city | Arnold | Dauphin |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Middle Paxton El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.1 vs 33.4).
- •Middle Paxton El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.4% vs 108.7%).
- •Berkey Sch does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 14.5).
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 Berkey Sch better than Middle Paxton El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Middle Paxton El Sch ranks higher (78.1 vs 33.4 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 Berkey Sch and Middle Paxton El Sch?
About 241 km in a straight line, between Arnold and Dauphin in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berkey Sch: 289. Middle Paxton El Sch: 289. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berkey Sch and Middle Paxton El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Berkey Sch is 1258th of 1,627 and Middle Paxton El Sch is 361st of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).