Middletown Area MS vs Swatara MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 6.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Middletown Area MS
Middletown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
534 students
Swatara MS
Steelton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
611 students
| Measure | Middletown Area MS Middletown, Pennsylvania | Swatara MS Steelton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #299 of 521 | #439 of 521 |
| National rank | #6529 of 15,369 | #11738 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 534 | 611 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 611 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.7% | 105.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 25% |
| city | Middletown | Steelton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Middletown Area MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.2 vs 31.0).
- •Middletown Area MS does better on math proficiency (38% vs 25%).
- •Middletown Area MS does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 45%).
- •Middletown Area MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.7% vs 105.4%).
- •Middletown Area MS does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 11.8).
- •Swatara MS is the larger school with 611 students compared with 534.
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 Middletown Area MS better than Swatara MS?
On the Success Index (US), Middletown Area MS ranks higher (55.2 vs 31.0 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 Middletown Area MS and Swatara MS?
About 6.8 km in a straight line, between Middletown and Steelton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Middletown Area MS: 534. Swatara MS: 611. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Middletown Area MS and Swatara MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Middletown Area MS is 299th of 521 and Swatara MS is 439th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).