Midland El/MS vs South Side El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 8.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Midland El/MS
Midland · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
226 students
South Side El Sch
Hookstown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
390 students
| Measure | Midland El/MS Midland, Pennsylvania | South Side El Sch Hookstown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1085 of 1,627 | #650 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #28860 of 50,301 | #13808 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 226 | 390 |
| Enrollment | 226 | 390 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 101.8% | 41.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| city | Midland | Hookstown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Side El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.5 vs 44.6).
- •South Side El Sch does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Midland El/MS does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •South Side El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.5% vs 101.8%).
- •South Side El Sch does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.1).
- •South Side El Sch is the larger school with 390 students compared with 226.
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 Midland El/MS better than South Side El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), South Side El Sch ranks higher (66.5 vs 44.6 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 Midland El/MS and South Side El Sch?
About 8.1 km in a straight line, between Midland and Hookstown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Midland El/MS: 226. South Side El Sch: 390. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Midland El/MS and South Side El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Midland El/MS is 1085th of 1,627 and South Side El Sch is 650th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).