Derry Area MS vs Grove City Area MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 110 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Derry Area MS
Derry · Public middle · Grades 6–8
440 students
Grove City Area MS
Grove City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
442 students
| Measure | Derry Area MS Derry, Pennsylvania | Grove City Area MS Grove City, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #314 of 521 | #165 of 521 |
| National rank | #7143 of 15,369 | #3549 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 440 | 442 |
| Enrollment | 440 | 442 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.7% | 42.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 43% |
| city | Derry | Grove City |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Grove City Area MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.0 vs 52.2).
- •Grove City Area MS does better on math proficiency (43% vs 40%).
- •Grove City Area MS does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 66%).
- •Grove City Area MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.1% vs 95.7%).
- •Grove City Area MS is the larger school with 442 students compared with 440.
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 Derry Area MS better than Grove City Area MS?
On the Success Index (US), Grove City Area MS ranks higher (69.0 vs 52.2 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 Derry Area MS and Grove City Area MS?
About 110 km in a straight line, between Derry and Grove City in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Derry Area MS: 440. Grove City Area MS: 442. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Derry Area MS and Grove City Area MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Derry Area MS is 314th of 521 and Grove City Area MS is 165th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).