Jackson MS vs Phoenix Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 327 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
Phoenix Academy
Lancaster · Public high · Grades 6–12
305 students
| Measure | Jackson MS Lancaster, Pennsylvania | Phoenix Academy Lancaster, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #481 of 521 | #592 of 618 |
| National rank | #13672 of 15,369 | #16041 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 524 | 305 |
| Enrollment | 524 | 305 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.5% | 89.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 2.5% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jackson MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.6 vs 15.1).
- •Jackson MS does better on math proficiency (4% vs 2.5%).
- •Jackson MS does better on reading proficiency (21% vs 7.5%).
- •Jackson MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.5% vs 89.2%).
- •Jackson MS does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 12.2).
- •Jackson MS is the larger school with 524 students compared with 305.
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 Phoenix Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Jackson MS ranks higher (20.6 vs 15.1 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 Jackson MS and Phoenix Academy?
About 327 m in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson MS: 524. Phoenix Academy: 305. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson MS and Phoenix Academy rank in Pennsylvania?
Jackson MS is 481st of 521 and Phoenix Academy is 592nd of 618 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).