Northern HS vs South Mountain El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northern HS
Dillsburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
982 students
South Mountain El Sch
Dillsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
389 students
| Measure | Northern HS Dillsburg, Pennsylvania | South Mountain El Sch Dillsburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #109 of 618 | #669 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #1417 of 16,910 | #14491 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 982 | 389 |
| Enrollment | 982 | 389 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.4% | 28.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 41% |
| city | Dillsburg | Dillsburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northern HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.1 vs 65.5).
- •Northern HS does better on math proficiency (70% vs 41%).
- •Northern HS does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 62%).
- •Northern HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.4% vs 28.8%).
- •South Mountain El Sch does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 15.8).
- •Northern HS is the larger school with 982 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Northern HS better than South Mountain El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Northern HS ranks higher (79.1 vs 65.5 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 South Mountain El Sch?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Dillsburg and Dillsburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northern HS: 982. South Mountain El Sch: 389. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northern HS and South Mountain El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Northern HS is 109th of 618 and South Mountain El Sch is 669th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).