Lengel MS vs Minersville Area JSHS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lengel MS
Pottsville · Public middle · Grades 5–8
720 students
Minersville Area JSHS
Pottsville · Public high · Grades 7–12
481 students
| Measure | Lengel MS Pottsville, Pennsylvania | Minersville Area JSHS Pottsville, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #351 of 521 | #512 of 618 |
| National rank | #8145 of 15,369 | #11823 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 720 | 481 |
| Enrollment | 720 | 481 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.2% | 103.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 35% |
| city | Pottsville | Pottsville |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lengel MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.7 vs 36.6).
- •Lengel MS does better on math proficiency (36% vs 35%).
- •Minersville Area JSHS does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 52%).
- •Lengel MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.2% vs 103.3%).
- •Lengel MS does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.1).
- •Lengel MS is the larger school with 720 students compared with 481.
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 Lengel MS better than Minersville Area JSHS?
On the Success Index (US), Lengel MS ranks higher (47.7 vs 36.6 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 Lengel MS and Minersville Area JSHS?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Pottsville and Pottsville in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lengel MS: 720. Minersville Area JSHS: 481. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lengel MS and Minersville Area JSHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Lengel MS is 351st of 521 and Minersville Area JSHS is 512th of 618 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).