Carmichaels Area MS vs Northern Bedford County MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 140 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carmichaels Area MS
Carmichaels · Public middle · Grades 6–8
208 students
Northern Bedford County MS
Loysburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
205 students
| Measure | Carmichaels Area MS Carmichaels, Pennsylvania | Northern Bedford County MS Loysburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #423 of 521 | #241 of 521 |
| National rank | #11071 of 15,369 | #5054 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 208 | 205 |
| Enrollment | 208 | 205 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.6% | 46.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 34% |
| city | Carmichaels | Loysburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northern Bedford County MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.0 vs 34.0).
- •Northern Bedford County MS does better on math proficiency (34% vs 22%).
- •Northern Bedford County MS does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 52%).
- •Northern Bedford County MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.8% vs 98.6%).
- •Carmichaels Area MS does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.8).
- •Carmichaels Area MS is the larger school with 208 students compared with 205.
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 Carmichaels Area MS better than Northern Bedford County MS?
On the Success Index (US), Northern Bedford County MS ranks higher (62.0 vs 34.0 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 Carmichaels Area MS and Northern Bedford County MS?
About 140 km in a straight line, between Carmichaels and Loysburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carmichaels Area MS: 208. Northern Bedford County MS: 205. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carmichaels Area MS and Northern Bedford County MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Carmichaels Area MS is 423rd of 521 and Northern Bedford County MS is 241st of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).