Northwestern MS vs Tilden William T MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 483 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
Tilden William T MS
Philadelphia · Public middle · Grades 5–8
266 students
| Measure | Northwestern MS Albion, Pennsylvania | Tilden William T MS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #309 of 521 | #507 of 521 |
| National rank | #6851 of 15,369 | #14693 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 266 | 266 |
| Enrollment | 266 | 266 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 104.5% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 5% |
| city | Albion | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwestern MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.7 vs 14.0).
- •Northwestern MS does better on math proficiency (48% vs 5%).
- •Northwestern MS does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 19%).
- •Tilden William T MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.9% vs 104.5%).
- •Northwestern MS does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 12.7).
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 Tilden William T MS?
On the Success Index (US), Northwestern MS ranks higher (53.7 vs 14.0 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 Tilden William T MS?
About 483 km in a straight line, between Albion and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwestern MS: 266. Tilden William T MS: 266. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwestern MS and Tilden William T MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Northwestern MS is 309th of 521 and Tilden William T MS is 507th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).