Northern El Sch vs Northern HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 198 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northern El Sch
Dillsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
397 students
Northern HS
Dillsburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
982 students
| Measure | Northern El Sch Dillsburg, Pennsylvania | Northern HS Dillsburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 79 Top 10% |
| State rank | #785 of 1,627 | #109 of 618 |
| National rank | #18483 of 50,301 | #1417 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 397 | 982 |
| Enrollment | 397 | 982 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.5% | 23.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 70% |
| city | Dillsburg | Dillsburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northern HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.1 vs 59.6).
- •Northern HS does better on math proficiency (70% vs 42%).
- •Northern HS does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 57%).
- •Northern HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.4% vs 37.5%).
- •Northern El Sch does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 15.8).
- •Northern HS is the larger school with 982 students compared with 397.
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 El Sch better than Northern HS?
On the Success Index (US), Northern HS ranks higher (79.1 vs 59.6 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 Northern El Sch and Northern HS?
About 198 m in a straight line, between Dillsburg and Dillsburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northern El Sch: 397. Northern HS: 982. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northern El Sch and Northern HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Northern El Sch is 785th of 1,627 and Northern HS is 109th of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).