Blockson MS vs Upper Merion Area MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blockson MS
Norristown · Public middle · Grades 5–8
695 students
Upper Merion Area MS
King of Prussia · Public middle · Grades 5–8
1,348 students
| Measure | Blockson MS Norristown, Pennsylvania | Upper Merion Area MS King of Prussia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #493 of 521 | #152 of 521 |
| National rank | #14088 of 15,369 | #3331 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 695 | 1,348 |
| Enrollment | 695 | 1,348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 104.7% | 47.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 51% |
| city | Norristown | King of Prussia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Upper Merion Area MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.1 vs 18.1).
- •Upper Merion Area MS does better on math proficiency (51% vs 15%).
- •Upper Merion Area MS does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 33%).
- •Upper Merion Area MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.2% vs 104.7%).
- •Upper Merion Area MS does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.6).
- •Upper Merion Area MS is the larger school with 1,348 students compared with 695.
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 Blockson MS better than Upper Merion Area MS?
On the Success Index (US), Upper Merion Area MS ranks higher (70.1 vs 18.1 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 Blockson MS and Upper Merion Area MS?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Norristown and King of Prussia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blockson MS: 695. Upper Merion Area MS: 1,348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blockson MS and Upper Merion Area MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Blockson MS is 493rd of 521 and Upper Merion Area MS is 152nd of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).