Greenwood MS vs Laurel MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 267 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Greenwood MS
Millerstown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
155 students
Laurel MS
New Castle · Public middle · Grades 7–8
160 students
| Measure | Greenwood MS Millerstown, Pennsylvania | Laurel MS New Castle, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #157 of 521 | #270 of 521 |
| National rank | #3407 of 15,369 | #5703 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 155 | 160 |
| Enrollment | 155 | 160 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.1% | 36.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 26.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | Millerstown | New Castle |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Greenwood MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.7 vs 59.0).
- •Greenwood MS does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •Laurel MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.9% vs 38.1%).
- •Greenwood MS does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 26.7).
- •Laurel MS is the larger school with 160 students compared with 155.
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 Greenwood MS better than Laurel MS?
On the Success Index (US), Greenwood MS ranks higher (69.7 vs 59.0 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 Greenwood MS and Laurel MS?
About 267 km in a straight line, between Millerstown and New Castle in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Greenwood MS: 155. Laurel MS: 160. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Greenwood MS and Laurel MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Greenwood MS is 157th of 521 and Laurel MS is 270th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).