Central MS vs Easton Area MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 71 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central MS
Reading · Public middle · Grades 5–8
1,785 students
Easton Area MS
Easton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,879 students
| Measure | Central MS Reading, Pennsylvania | Easton Area MS Easton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #518 of 521 | #442 of 521 |
| National rank | #15020 of 15,369 | #11846 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,785 | 1,879 |
| Enrollment | 1,785 | 1,879 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.7% | 99.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 19% |
| city | Reading | Easton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Easton Area MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.4 vs 10.9).
- •Easton Area MS does better on math proficiency (19% vs 4%).
- •Easton Area MS does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 19%).
- •Central MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.7% vs 99.8%).
- •Easton Area MS does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.5).
- •Easton Area MS is the larger school with 1,879 students compared with 1,785.
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 Central MS better than Easton Area MS?
On the Success Index (US), Easton Area MS ranks higher (30.4 vs 10.9 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 Central MS and Easton Area MS?
About 71 km in a straight line, between Reading and Easton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central MS: 1,785. Easton Area MS: 1,879. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central MS and Easton Area MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Central MS is 518th of 521 and Easton Area MS is 442nd of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).