East Norriton MS vs Hancock El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Norriton MS
Norristown · Public middle · Grades 5–8
836 students
Hancock El Sch
Norristown · Public elementary · Grades 1–4
347 students
| Measure | East Norriton MS Norristown, Pennsylvania | Hancock El Sch Norristown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #421 of 521 | #1163 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #10963 of 15,369 | #32184 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 1–4 |
| Students | 836 | 347 |
| Enrollment | 836 | 347 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 101.7% | 102.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 37% |
| city | Norristown | Norristown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hancock El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.6 vs 34.5).
- •Hancock El Sch does better on math proficiency (37% vs 33%).
- •Hancock El Sch does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 49%).
- •East Norriton MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (101.7% vs 102.3%).
- •Hancock El Sch does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 13.7).
- •East Norriton MS is the larger school with 836 students compared with 347.
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 East Norriton MS better than Hancock El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Hancock El Sch ranks higher (39.6 vs 34.5 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 East Norriton MS and Hancock El Sch?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Norristown and Norristown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Norriton MS: 836. Hancock El Sch: 347. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Norriton MS and Hancock El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
East Norriton MS is 421st of 521 and Hancock El Sch is 1163rd of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).