Big Spring MS vs James S Wilson MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 309 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Big Spring MS
Newville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
550 students
James S Wilson MS
Erie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
547 students
| Measure | Big Spring MS Newville, Pennsylvania | James S Wilson MS Erie, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #212 of 521 | #207 of 521 |
| National rank | #4449 of 15,369 | #4281 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 550 | 547 |
| Enrollment | 550 | 547 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42% | 51.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 45% |
| city | Newville | Erie |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (64.6 vs 65.5).
- •James S Wilson MS does better on math proficiency (45% vs 39%).
- •James S Wilson MS does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 64%).
- •Big Spring MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42% vs 51.4%).
- •Big Spring MS does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.3).
- •Big Spring MS is the larger school with 550 students compared with 547.
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 Big Spring MS better than James S Wilson MS?
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 Big Spring MS and James S Wilson MS?
About 309 km in a straight line, between Newville and Erie in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Big Spring MS: 550. James S Wilson MS: 547. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Big Spring MS and James S Wilson MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Big Spring MS is 212th of 521 and James S Wilson MS is 207th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).