Northern Bedford County MS vs Tussey Mountain MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northern Bedford County MS
Loysburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
205 students
Tussey Mountain MS
Saxton · Public middle · Grades 5–8
272 students
| Measure | Northern Bedford County MS Loysburg, Pennsylvania | Tussey Mountain MS Saxton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #241 of 521 | #401 of 521 |
| National rank | #5054 of 15,369 | #10036 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 205 | 272 |
| Enrollment | 205 | 272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.8% | 94.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 25% |
| city | Loysburg | Saxton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northern Bedford County MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.0 vs 39.1).
- •Northern Bedford County MS does better on math proficiency (34% vs 25%).
- •Northern Bedford County MS does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 55%).
- •Northern Bedford County MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.8% vs 94.9%).
- •Tussey Mountain MS does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.8).
- •Tussey Mountain MS is the larger school with 272 students compared with 205.
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 Northern Bedford County MS better than Tussey Mountain MS?
On the Success Index (US), Northern Bedford County MS ranks higher (62.0 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 Northern Bedford County MS and Tussey Mountain MS?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Loysburg and Saxton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northern Bedford County MS: 205. Tussey Mountain MS: 272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northern Bedford County MS and Tussey Mountain MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Northern Bedford County MS is 241st of 521 and Tussey Mountain MS is 401st of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).