Emory H Markle MS vs Lionville MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 115 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emory H Markle MS
Hanover · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,046 students
Lionville MS
Exton · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,045 students
| Measure | Emory H Markle MS Hanover, Pennsylvania | Lionville MS Exton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #154 of 521 | #72 of 521 |
| National rank | #3358 of 15,369 | #1303 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 1,046 | 1,045 |
| Enrollment | 1,046 | 1,045 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.5% | 13.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 53% |
| city | Hanover | Exton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lionville MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.2 vs 69.9).
- •Lionville MS does better on math proficiency (53% vs 51%).
- •Lionville MS does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 66%).
- •Lionville MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.7% vs 37.5%).
- •Lionville MS does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.3).
- •Emory H Markle MS is the larger school with 1,046 students compared with 1,045.
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 Emory H Markle MS better than Lionville MS?
On the Success Index (US), Lionville MS ranks higher (81.2 vs 69.9 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 Emory H Markle MS and Lionville MS?
About 115 km in a straight line, between Hanover and Exton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emory H Markle MS: 1,046. Lionville MS: 1,045. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emory H Markle MS and Lionville MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Emory H Markle MS is 154th of 521 and Lionville MS is 72nd of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).