Central MS vs Southern MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 841 m 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
Southern MS
Reading · Public middle · Grades 5–8
661 students
| Measure | Central MS Reading, Pennsylvania | Southern MS Reading, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #518 of 521 | #510 of 521 |
| National rank | #15020 of 15,369 | #14858 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 1,785 | 661 |
| Enrollment | 1,785 | 661 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.7% | 105.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 6% |
| city | Reading | Reading |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southern MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.5 vs 10.9).
- •Southern MS does better on math proficiency (6% vs 4%).
- •Central MS does better on reading proficiency (19% vs 18%).
- •Central MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.7% vs 105.6%).
- •Southern MS does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 15.5).
- •Central MS is the larger school with 1,785 students compared with 661.
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 Southern MS?
On the Success Index (US), Southern MS ranks higher (12.5 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 Southern MS?
About 841 m in a straight line, between Reading and Reading in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central MS: 1,785. Southern MS: 661. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central MS and Southern MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Central MS is 518th of 521 and Southern MS is 510th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).