Loyalsock Twp MS vs Rowland Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 111 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Loyalsock Twp MS
Williamsport · Public middle · Grades 6–8
353 students
Rowland Academy
Harrisburg · Public middle · Grades 7–8
353 students
| Measure | Loyalsock Twp MS Williamsport, Pennsylvania | Rowland Academy Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 1 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #297 of 521 | #521 of 521 |
| National rank | #6481 of 15,369 | #15360 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 353 | 353 |
| Enrollment | 353 | 353 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 163.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 4% |
| city | Williamsport | Harrisburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Loyalsock Twp MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.4 vs 1.4).
- •Loyalsock Twp MS does better on math proficiency (48% vs 4%).
- •Loyalsock Twp MS does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 14%).
- •Loyalsock Twp MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.2% vs 163.5%).
- •Loyalsock Twp MS does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 23.5).
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 Loyalsock Twp MS better than Rowland Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Loyalsock Twp MS ranks higher (55.4 vs 1.4 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 Loyalsock Twp MS and Rowland Academy?
About 111 km in a straight line, between Williamsport and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Loyalsock Twp MS: 353. Rowland Academy: 353. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Loyalsock Twp MS and Rowland Academy rank in Pennsylvania?
Loyalsock Twp MS is 297th of 521 and Rowland Academy is 521st of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).