Boyertown Area MS-East vs Linglestown MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 103 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Boyertown Area MS-East
Gilbertsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
841 students
Linglestown MS
Harrisburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
841 students
| Measure | Boyertown Area MS-East Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania | Linglestown MS Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #43 of 521 | #393 of 521 |
| National rank | #828 of 15,369 | #9560 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 841 | 841 |
| Enrollment | 841 | 841 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.2% | 96.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 33% |
| city | Gilbertsville | Harrisburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Boyertown Area MS-East scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.4 vs 41.2).
- •Boyertown Area MS-East does better on math proficiency (69% vs 33%).
- •Boyertown Area MS-East does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 61%).
- •Boyertown Area MS-East does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.2% vs 96.9%).
- •Boyertown Area MS-East does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.0).
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 Boyertown Area MS-East better than Linglestown MS?
On the Success Index (US), Boyertown Area MS-East ranks higher (84.4 vs 41.2 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 Boyertown Area MS-East and Linglestown MS?
About 103 km in a straight line, between Gilbertsville and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Boyertown Area MS-East: 841. Linglestown MS: 841. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Boyertown Area MS-East and Linglestown MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Boyertown Area MS-East is 43rd of 521 and Linglestown MS is 393rd of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).