Norwin MS vs Palmyra Area MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 265 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Norwin MS
North Huntingdon · Public middle · Grades 7–8
819 students
Palmyra Area MS
Palmyra · Public middle · Grades 6–8
820 students
| Measure | Norwin MS North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania | Palmyra Area MS Palmyra, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #98 of 521 | #99 of 521 |
| National rank | #1857 of 15,369 | #1860 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 819 | 820 |
| Enrollment | 819 | 820 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.7% | 30.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 54% |
| city | North Huntingdon | Palmyra |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (77.8 vs 77.8).
- •Norwin MS does better on math proficiency (62% vs 54%).
- •Norwin MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.7% vs 30.2%).
- •Palmyra Area MS does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.4).
- •Palmyra Area MS is the larger school with 820 students compared with 819.
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 Norwin MS better than Palmyra Area MS?
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 Norwin MS and Palmyra Area MS?
About 265 km in a straight line, between North Huntingdon and Palmyra in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Norwin MS: 819. Palmyra Area MS: 820. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Norwin MS and Palmyra Area MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Norwin MS is 98th of 521 and Palmyra Area MS is 99th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).