Northern HS vs Northern MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 197 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northern HS
Dillsburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
982 students
Northern MS
Dillsburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
757 students
| Measure | Northern HS Dillsburg, Pennsylvania | Northern MS Dillsburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #109 of 618 | #204 of 521 |
| National rank | #1417 of 16,910 | #4220 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 982 | 757 |
| Enrollment | 982 | 757 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.4% | 29.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 37% |
| city | Dillsburg | Dillsburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northern HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.1 vs 65.8).
- •Northern HS does better on math proficiency (70% vs 37%).
- •Northern HS does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 71%).
- •Northern HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.4% vs 29.1%).
- •Northern MS does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.8).
- •Northern HS is the larger school with 982 students compared with 757.
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 HS better than Northern MS?
On the Success Index (US), Northern HS ranks higher (79.1 vs 65.8 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 HS and Northern MS?
About 197 m in a straight line, between Dillsburg and Dillsburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northern HS: 982. Northern MS: 757. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northern HS and Northern MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Northern HS is 109th of 618 and Northern MS is 204th of 521 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).