Bucher Sch vs Manheim Twp HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bucher Sch
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades K–4
403 students
Manheim Twp HS
Lancaster · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,953 students
| Measure | Bucher Sch Lancaster, Pennsylvania | Manheim Twp HS Lancaster, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #311 of 1,627 | #94 of 618 |
| National rank | #4880 of 50,301 | #1264 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 403 | 1,953 |
| Enrollment | 403 | 1,953 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.7% | 32.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 83% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (80.2 vs 80.0).
- •Manheim Twp HS does better on math proficiency (83% vs 67%).
- •Manheim Twp HS does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 77%).
- •Manheim Twp HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.5% vs 39.7%).
- •Bucher Sch does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 16.0).
- •Manheim Twp HS is the larger school with 1,953 students compared with 403.
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 Bucher Sch better than Manheim Twp HS?
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 Bucher Sch and Manheim Twp HS?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bucher Sch: 403. Manheim Twp HS: 1,953. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bucher Sch and Manheim Twp HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Bucher Sch is 311th of 1,627 and Manheim Twp HS is 94th of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).