Northern MS vs Solomon/Plains MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 164 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northern MS
Dillsburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
757 students
Solomon/Plains MS
Plains · Public middle · Grades 6–8
758 students
| Measure | Northern MS Dillsburg, Pennsylvania | Solomon/Plains MS Plains, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #204 of 521 | #482 of 521 |
| National rank | #4220 of 15,369 | #13701 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 757 | 758 |
| Enrollment | 757 | 758 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.1% | 97.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 18% |
| city | Dillsburg | Plains |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northern MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.8 vs 20.5).
- •Northern MS does better on math proficiency (37% vs 18%).
- •Northern MS does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 46%).
- •Northern MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.1% vs 97.8%).
- •Northern MS does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 21.1).
- •Solomon/Plains MS is the larger school with 758 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 MS better than Solomon/Plains MS?
On the Success Index (US), Northern MS ranks higher (65.8 vs 20.5 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 MS and Solomon/Plains MS?
About 164 km in a straight line, between Dillsburg and Plains in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northern MS: 757. Solomon/Plains MS: 758. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northern MS and Solomon/Plains MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Northern MS is 204th of 521 and Solomon/Plains MS is 482nd of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).