Broughal MS vs Nitschmann MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Broughal MS
Bethlehem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
520 students
Nitschmann MS
Bethlehem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
731 students
| Measure | Broughal MS Bethlehem, Pennsylvania | Nitschmann MS Bethlehem, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #474 of 521 | #275 of 521 |
| National rank | #13244 of 15,369 | #5784 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 520 | 731 |
| Enrollment | 520 | 731 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.4% | 48.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 33% |
| city | Bethlehem | Bethlehem |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nitschmann MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.6 vs 22.9).
- •Nitschmann MS does better on math proficiency (33% vs 6%).
- •Nitschmann MS does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 31%).
- •Nitschmann MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.8% vs 85.4%).
- •Broughal MS does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.3).
- •Nitschmann MS is the larger school with 731 students compared with 520.
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 Broughal MS better than Nitschmann MS?
On the Success Index (US), Nitschmann MS ranks higher (58.6 vs 22.9 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 Broughal MS and Nitschmann MS?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Bethlehem and Bethlehem in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Broughal MS: 520. Nitschmann MS: 731. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Broughal MS and Nitschmann MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Broughal MS is 474th of 521 and Nitschmann MS is 275th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).