Manheim Twp MS vs Neff Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 550 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manheim Twp MS
Lancaster ยท Public middle ยท Grades 7โ8
914 students
Neff Sch
Lancaster ยท Public elementary ยท Grades Kโ4
283 students
| Measure | Manheim Twp MS Lancaster, Pennsylvania | Neff Sch Lancaster, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 85 Top 10% |
| State rank | #103 of 521 | #204 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #1995 of 15,369 | #2686 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7โ8 | Grades Kโ4 |
| Students | 914 | 283 |
| Enrollment | 914 | 283 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.6% | 34.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 82% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขNeff Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.5 vs 77.0).
- โขNeff Sch does better on math proficiency (82% vs 51%).
- โขNeff Sch does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 76%).
- โขManheim Twp MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.6% vs 34.3%).
- โขManheim Twp MS does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.9).
- โขManheim Twp MS is the larger school with 914 students compared with 283.
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 Manheim Twp MS better than Neff Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Neff Sch ranks higher (84.5 vs 77.0 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 Manheim Twp MS and Neff Sch?
About 550 m in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manheim Twp MS: 914. Neff Sch: 283. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manheim Twp MS and Neff Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Manheim Twp MS is 103rd of 521 and Neff Sch is 204th of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).