Ligonier Valley MS vs Northwestern MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 206 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ligonier Valley MS
Ligonier · Public middle · Grades 6–8
268 students
Northwestern MS
Albion · Public middle · Grades 6–8
266 students
| Measure | Ligonier Valley MS Ligonier, Pennsylvania | Northwestern MS Albion, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #267 of 521 | #309 of 521 |
| National rank | #5619 of 15,369 | #6851 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 268 | 266 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 266 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.6% | 104.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 48% |
| city | Ligonier | Albion |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ligonier Valley MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.4 vs 53.7).
- •Northwestern MS does better on math proficiency (48% vs 31%).
- •Ligonier Valley MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.6% vs 104.5%).
- •Northwestern MS does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 12.2).
- •Ligonier Valley MS is the larger school with 268 students compared with 266.
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 Ligonier Valley MS better than Northwestern MS?
On the Success Index (US), Ligonier Valley MS ranks higher (59.4 vs 53.7 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 Ligonier Valley MS and Northwestern MS?
About 206 km in a straight line, between Ligonier and Albion in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ligonier Valley MS: 268. Northwestern MS: 266. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ligonier Valley MS and Northwestern MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Ligonier Valley MS is 267th of 521 and Northwestern MS is 309th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).