Northley MS vs Pennell El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northley MS
Aston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
748 students
Pennell El Sch
Aston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
415 students
| Measure | Northley MS Aston, Pennsylvania | Pennell El Sch Aston, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #244 of 521 | #211 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #5075 of 15,369 | #2799 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 748 | 415 |
| Enrollment | 748 | 415 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.4% | 30.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 77% |
| city | Aston | Aston |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pennell El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.2 vs 61.9).
- •Pennell El Sch does better on math proficiency (77% vs 37%).
- •Pennell El Sch does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 66%).
- •Pennell El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.6% vs 35.4%).
- •Pennell El Sch does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.0).
- •Northley MS is the larger school with 748 students compared with 415.
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 Northley MS better than Pennell El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Pennell El Sch ranks higher (84.2 vs 61.9 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 Northley MS and Pennell El Sch?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Aston and Aston in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northley MS: 748. Pennell El Sch: 415. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northley MS and Pennell El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Northley MS is 244th of 521 and Pennell El Sch is 211th of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).