Curtin Intrmd Sch vs Jackson MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 148 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Curtin Intrmd Sch
Williamsport · Public middle · Grades 4–6
525 students
Jackson MS
Lancaster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
524 students
| Measure | Curtin Intrmd Sch Williamsport, Pennsylvania | Jackson MS Lancaster, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #394 of 521 | #481 of 521 |
| National rank | #9613 of 15,369 | #13672 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 525 | 524 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 524 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.8% | 84.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 4% |
| city | Williamsport | Lancaster |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Curtin Intrmd Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.9 vs 20.6).
- •Curtin Intrmd Sch does better on math proficiency (32% vs 4%).
- •Curtin Intrmd Sch does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 21%).
- •Curtin Intrmd Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.8% vs 84.5%).
- •Jackson MS does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 11.7).
- •Curtin Intrmd Sch is the larger school with 525 students compared with 524.
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 Curtin Intrmd Sch better than Jackson MS?
On the Success Index (US), Curtin Intrmd Sch ranks higher (40.9 vs 20.6 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 Curtin Intrmd Sch and Jackson MS?
About 148 km in a straight line, between Williamsport and Lancaster in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Curtin Intrmd Sch: 525. Jackson MS: 524. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Curtin Intrmd Sch and Jackson MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Curtin Intrmd Sch is 394th of 521 and Jackson MS is 481st of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).