Dingman-Delaware MS vs Selinsgrove Area MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 170 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dingman-Delaware MS
Dingmans Ferry · Public middle · Grades 6–8
532 students
Selinsgrove Area MS
Selinsgrove · Public middle · Grades 6–8
532 students
| Measure | Dingman-Delaware MS Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania | Selinsgrove Area MS Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #162 of 521 | #177 of 521 |
| National rank | #3510 of 15,369 | #3722 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 532 | 532 |
| Enrollment | 532 | 532 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.1% | 50.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 55% |
| city | Dingmans Ferry | Selinsgrove |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (69.2 vs 68.3).
- •Selinsgrove Area MS does better on math proficiency (55% vs 47%).
- •Dingman-Delaware MS does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 68%).
- •Dingman-Delaware MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.1% vs 50.2%).
- •Dingman-Delaware MS does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.4).
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 Dingman-Delaware MS better than Selinsgrove Area MS?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Dingman-Delaware MS and Selinsgrove Area MS?
About 170 km in a straight line, between Dingmans Ferry and Selinsgrove in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dingman-Delaware MS: 532. Selinsgrove Area MS: 532. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dingman-Delaware MS and Selinsgrove Area MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Dingman-Delaware MS is 162nd of 521 and Selinsgrove Area MS is 177th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).