Lamberton MS vs South Park MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 240 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
South Park MS
South Park · Public middle · Grades 5–8
580 students
| Measure | Lamberton MS Carlisle, Pennsylvania | South Park MS South Park, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #262 of 521 | #128 of 521 |
| National rank | #5499 of 15,369 | #2659 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 583 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 583 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.6% | 32.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 56% |
| city | Carlisle | South Park |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Park MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.4 vs 59.9).
- •South Park MS does better on math proficiency (56% vs 36%).
- •South Park MS does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 63%).
- •South Park MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.2% vs 44.6%).
- •Lamberton MS does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.3).
- •Lamberton MS is the larger school with 583 students compared with 580.
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 South Park MS?
On the Success Index (US), South Park MS ranks higher (73.4 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 South Park MS?
About 240 km in a straight line, between Carlisle and South Park in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lamberton MS: 583. South Park MS: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lamberton MS and South Park MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Lamberton MS is 262nd of 521 and South Park MS is 128th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).