Jackson MS vs La Academia Partnership CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 831 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson MS
Lancaster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
524 students
La Academia Partnership CS
Lancaster · Charter high · Grades 6–12
196 students
| Measure | Jackson MS Lancaster, Pennsylvania | La Academia Partnership CS Lancaster, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #481 of 521 | #587 of 618 |
| National rank | #13672 of 15,369 | #15927 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 524 | 196 |
| Enrollment | 524 | 196 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.5% | 102% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 7.5% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jackson MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.6 vs 16.0).
- •La Academia Partnership CS does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 4%).
- •La Academia Partnership CS does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 21%).
- •Jackson MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.5% vs 102%).
- •Jackson MS does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 10.9).
- •Jackson MS is the larger school with 524 students compared with 196.
- •Jackson MS is a public school while La Academia Partnership CS is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Jackson MS better than La Academia Partnership CS?
On the Success Index (US), Jackson MS ranks higher (20.6 vs 16.0 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 Jackson MS and La Academia Partnership CS?
About 831 m in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson MS: 524. La Academia Partnership CS: 196. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson MS and La Academia Partnership CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Jackson MS is 481st of 521 and La Academia Partnership CS is 587th of 618 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).