Northern El Sch vs Northern MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 255 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 MS
Dillsburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
757 students
| Measure | Northern El Sch Dillsburg, Pennsylvania | Northern MS Dillsburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #785 of 1,627 | #204 of 521 |
| National rank | #18483 of 50,301 | #4220 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 397 | 757 |
| Enrollment | 397 | 757 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.5% | 29.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| city | Dillsburg | Dillsburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northern MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.8 vs 59.6).
- •Northern El Sch does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Northern MS does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 57%).
- •Northern MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.1% vs 37.5%).
- •Northern El Sch does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.8).
- •Northern MS is the larger school with 757 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 MS?
On the Success Index (US), Northern MS ranks higher (65.8 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 MS?
About 255 m in a straight line, between Dillsburg and Dillsburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northern El Sch: 397. Northern MS: 757. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northern El Sch and Northern MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Northern El Sch is 785th of 1,627 and Northern MS is 204th of 521 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).