Northern El Sch vs South Mountain El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.8 km 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
South Mountain El Sch
Dillsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
389 students
| Measure | Northern El Sch Dillsburg, Pennsylvania | South Mountain El Sch Dillsburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #785 of 1,627 | #669 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #18483 of 50,301 | #14491 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 397 | 389 |
| Enrollment | 397 | 389 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.5% | 28.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 41% |
| city | Dillsburg | Dillsburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Mountain El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.5 vs 59.6).
- •Northern El Sch does better on math proficiency (42% vs 41%).
- •South Mountain El Sch does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •South Mountain El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.8% vs 37.5%).
- •South Mountain El Sch does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.7).
- •Northern El Sch is the larger school with 397 students compared with 389.
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 South Mountain El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), South Mountain El Sch ranks higher (65.5 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 South Mountain El Sch?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Dillsburg and Dillsburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northern El Sch: 397. South Mountain El Sch: 389. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northern El Sch and South Mountain El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Northern El Sch is 785th of 1,627 and South Mountain El Sch is 669th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).