Midland El/MS vs South Side HS
A head-to-head comparison of two 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 HS
Hookstown · Public high · Grades 9–12
272 students
| Measure | Midland El/MS Midland, Pennsylvania | South Side HS Hookstown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1085 of 1,627 | #54 of 618 |
| National rank | #28860 of 50,301 | #660 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 226 | 272 |
| Enrollment | 226 | 272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 101.8% | 27.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 77% |
| city | Midland | Hookstown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Side HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.8 vs 44.6).
- •South Side HS does better on math proficiency (77% vs 42%).
- •South Side HS does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 67%).
- •South Side HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.9% vs 101.8%).
- •South Side HS does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.1).
- •South Side HS is the larger school with 272 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 HS?
On the Success Index (US), South Side HS ranks higher (84.8 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 HS?
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 HS: 272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Midland El/MS and South Side HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Midland El/MS is 1085th of 1,627 and South Side HS is 54th of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).