Northwestern MS vs Springfield El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 9.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwestern MS
Albion · Public middle · Grades 6–8
266 students
Springfield El Sch
East Springfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
162 students
| Measure | Northwestern MS Albion, Pennsylvania | Springfield El Sch East Springfield, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #309 of 521 | #723 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #6851 of 15,369 | #16284 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 266 | 162 |
| Enrollment | 266 | 162 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 104.5% | 116% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 9.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 72% |
| city | Albion | East Springfield |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Springfield El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.8 vs 53.7).
- •Springfield El Sch does better on math proficiency (72% vs 48%).
- •Springfield El Sch does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 67%).
- •Northwestern MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (104.5% vs 116%).
- •Springfield El Sch does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 12.1).
- •Northwestern MS is the larger school with 266 students compared with 162.
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 Northwestern MS better than Springfield El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Springfield El Sch ranks higher (62.8 vs 53.7 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 Northwestern MS and Springfield El Sch?
About 9.4 km in a straight line, between Albion and East Springfield in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwestern MS: 266. Springfield El Sch: 162. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwestern MS and Springfield El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Northwestern MS is 309th of 521 and Springfield El Sch is 723rd of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).