Northern MS vs South Mountain El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.5 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
South Mountain El Sch
Dillsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
389 students
| Measure | Northern MS Dillsburg, Pennsylvania | South Mountain El Sch Dillsburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #204 of 521 | #669 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #4220 of 15,369 | #14491 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 757 | 389 |
| Enrollment | 757 | 389 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.1% | 28.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 41% |
| city | Dillsburg | Dillsburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.8 vs 65.5).
- •South Mountain El Sch does better on math proficiency (41% vs 37%).
- •Northern MS does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 62%).
- •South Mountain El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.8% vs 29.1%).
- •South Mountain El Sch does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.8).
- •Northern MS is the larger school with 757 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 MS better than South Mountain El Sch?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Northern MS and South Mountain El Sch?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Dillsburg and Dillsburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northern MS: 757. South Mountain El Sch: 389. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northern MS and South Mountain El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Northern MS is 204th of 521 and South Mountain El Sch is 669th of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).