Derry Area MS vs Northwestern Lehigh MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 306 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
Northwestern Lehigh MS
New Tripoli · Public middle · Grades 6–8
440 students
| Measure | Derry Area MS Derry, Pennsylvania | Northwestern Lehigh MS New Tripoli, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #314 of 521 | #107 of 521 |
| National rank | #7143 of 15,369 | #2185 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 440 | 440 |
| Enrollment | 440 | 440 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.7% | 24.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 48% |
| city | Derry | New Tripoli |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwestern Lehigh MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.0 vs 52.2).
- •Northwestern Lehigh MS does better on math proficiency (48% vs 40%).
- •Northwestern Lehigh MS does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 66%).
- •Northwestern Lehigh MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.8% vs 95.7%).
- •Derry Area MS does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.9).
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 Northwestern Lehigh MS?
On the Success Index (US), Northwestern Lehigh MS ranks higher (76.0 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 Northwestern Lehigh MS?
About 306 km in a straight line, between Derry and New Tripoli in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Derry Area MS: 440. Northwestern Lehigh MS: 440. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Derry Area MS and Northwestern Lehigh MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Derry Area MS is 314th of 521 and Northwestern Lehigh MS is 107th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).