Ephrata MS vs Independence MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 327 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ephrata MS
Ephrata · Public middle · Grades 7–8
601 students
Independence MS
Bethel Park · Public middle · Grades 7–8
602 students
| Measure | Ephrata MS Ephrata, Pennsylvania | Independence MS Bethel Park, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #228 of 521 | #14 of 521 |
| National rank | #4817 of 15,369 | #327 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 601 | 602 |
| Enrollment | 601 | 602 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.1% | 19.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 63% |
| city | Ephrata | Bethel Park |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.4 vs 63.0).
- •Independence MS does better on math proficiency (63% vs 43%).
- •Independence MS does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 62%).
- •Independence MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.1% vs 53.1%).
- •Independence MS does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 11.6).
- •Independence MS is the larger school with 602 students compared with 601.
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 Ephrata MS better than Independence MS?
On the Success Index (US), Independence MS ranks higher (89.4 vs 63.0 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 Ephrata MS and Independence MS?
About 327 km in a straight line, between Ephrata and Bethel Park in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ephrata MS: 601. Independence MS: 602. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ephrata MS and Independence MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Ephrata MS is 228th of 521 and Independence MS is 14th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).