Northwest Area Intermediate Sch vs Ross El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 6.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwest Area Intermediate Sch
Shickshinny · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
260 students
Ross El Sch
Sweet Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–6
166 students
| Measure | Northwest Area Intermediate Sch Shickshinny, Pennsylvania | Ross El Sch Sweet Valley, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #971 of 1,627 | #987 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #23697 of 50,301 | #24288 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 260 | 166 |
| Enrollment | 260 | 166 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55% | 47.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| city | Shickshinny | Sweet Valley |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (52.1 vs 51.3).
- •Northwest Area Intermediate Sch does better on math proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Ross El Sch does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 51%).
- •Ross El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.6% vs 55%).
- •Northwest Area Intermediate Sch does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 11.1).
- •Northwest Area Intermediate Sch is the larger school with 260 students compared with 166.
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 Northwest Area Intermediate Sch better than Ross 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 Northwest Area Intermediate Sch and Ross El Sch?
About 6.2 km in a straight line, between Shickshinny and Sweet Valley in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwest Area Intermediate Sch: 260. Ross El Sch: 166. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwest Area Intermediate Sch and Ross El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Northwest Area Intermediate Sch is 971st of 1,627 and Ross El Sch is 987th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).