J.E. Harrison MS vs Northeast MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 393 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J.E. Harrison MS
Pittsburgh · Public middle · Grades 6–7
716 students
Northeast MS
Bethlehem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
715 students
| Measure | J.E. Harrison MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Northeast MS Bethlehem, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #334 of 521 | #362 of 521 |
| National rank | #7608 of 15,369 | #8497 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–7 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 716 | 715 |
| Enrollment | 716 | 715 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 72.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 29% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Bethlehem |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •J.E. Harrison MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.2 vs 46.1).
- •J.E. Harrison MS does better on math proficiency (40% vs 29%).
- •J.E. Harrison MS does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 56%).
- •Northeast MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.6% vs 99.6%).
- •Northeast MS does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.8).
- •J.E. Harrison MS is the larger school with 716 students compared with 715.
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 J.E. Harrison MS better than Northeast MS?
On the Success Index (US), J.E. Harrison MS ranks higher (50.2 vs 46.1 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 J.E. Harrison MS and Northeast MS?
About 393 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Bethlehem in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J.E. Harrison MS: 716. Northeast MS: 715. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J.E. Harrison MS and Northeast MS rank in Pennsylvania?
J.E. Harrison MS is 334th of 521 and Northeast MS is 362nd of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).