Lamberton MS vs North Dickinson El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 8.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lamberton MS
Carlisle · Public middle · Grades 6–8
583 students
North Dickinson El Sch
Carlisle · Public elementary · Grades K–5
193 students
| Measure | Lamberton MS Carlisle, Pennsylvania | North Dickinson El Sch Carlisle, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #262 of 521 | #549 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #5499 of 15,369 | #11024 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 583 | 193 |
| Enrollment | 583 | 193 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.6% | 42.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 57% |
| city | Carlisle | Carlisle |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Dickinson El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.4 vs 59.9).
- •North Dickinson El Sch does better on math proficiency (57% vs 36%).
- •North Dickinson El Sch does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 63%).
- •North Dickinson El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.5% vs 44.6%).
- •Lamberton MS does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 14.8).
- •Lamberton MS is the larger school with 583 students compared with 193.
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 Lamberton MS better than North Dickinson El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), North Dickinson El Sch ranks higher (70.4 vs 59.9 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 Lamberton MS and North Dickinson El Sch?
About 8.6 km in a straight line, between Carlisle and Carlisle in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lamberton MS: 583. North Dickinson El Sch: 193. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lamberton MS and North Dickinson El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Lamberton MS is 262nd of 521 and North Dickinson El Sch is 549th of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).