North Star East MS vs Tussey Mountain MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 61 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Star East MS
Stoystown · Public middle · Grades 5–8
272 students
Tussey Mountain MS
Saxton · Public middle · Grades 5–8
272 students
| Measure | North Star East MS Stoystown, Pennsylvania | Tussey Mountain MS Saxton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #367 of 521 | #401 of 521 |
| National rank | #8653 of 15,369 | #10036 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 272 | 272 |
| Enrollment | 272 | 272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 104% | 94.9% |
| Students per teacher | 9.4 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 25% |
| city | Stoystown | Saxton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Star East MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.3 vs 39.1).
- •North Star East MS does better on math proficiency (30% vs 25%).
- •North Star East MS does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 55%).
- •Tussey Mountain MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.9% vs 104%).
- •North Star East MS does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 11.8).
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 North Star East MS better than Tussey Mountain MS?
On the Success Index (US), North Star East MS ranks higher (45.3 vs 39.1 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 North Star East MS and Tussey Mountain MS?
About 61 km in a straight line, between Stoystown and Saxton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Star East MS: 272. Tussey Mountain MS: 272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Star East MS and Tussey Mountain MS rank in Pennsylvania?
North Star East MS is 367th of 521 and Tussey Mountain MS is 401st of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).