John G Whittier #2 vs Northeast Intrmd Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John G Whittier #2
Scranton · Public elementary · Grades K–4
442 students
Northeast Intrmd Sch
Scranton · Public middle · Grades 5–8
894 students
| Measure | John G Whittier #2 Scranton, Pennsylvania | Northeast Intrmd Sch Scranton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1392 of 1,627 | #438 of 521 |
| National rank | #42691 of 50,301 | #11732 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 442 | 894 |
| Enrollment | 442 | 894 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 102.3% | 102.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 17% |
| city | Scranton | Scranton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northeast Intrmd Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.0 vs 23.4).
- •John G Whittier #2 does better on math proficiency (24% vs 17%).
- •Northeast Intrmd Sch does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 40%).
- •John G Whittier #2 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (102.3% vs 102.9%).
- •Northeast Intrmd Sch does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 13.8).
- •Northeast Intrmd Sch is the larger school with 894 students compared with 442.
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 John G Whittier #2 better than Northeast Intrmd Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Northeast Intrmd Sch ranks higher (31.0 vs 23.4 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 John G Whittier #2 and Northeast Intrmd Sch?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Scranton and Scranton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John G Whittier #2: 442. Northeast Intrmd Sch: 894. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John G Whittier #2 and Northeast Intrmd Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
John G Whittier #2 is 1392nd of 1,627 and Northeast Intrmd Sch is 438th of 521 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).