Orefield MS vs Springhouse MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Orefield MS
Orefield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,034 students
Springhouse MS
Allentown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,329 students
| Measure | Orefield MS Orefield, Pennsylvania | Springhouse MS Allentown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #93 of 521 | #81 of 521 |
| National rank | #1788 of 15,369 | #1520 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,034 | 1,329 |
| Enrollment | 1,034 | 1,329 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.5% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 61% |
| city | Orefield | Allentown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Springhouse MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.8 vs 78.2).
- •Springhouse MS does better on math proficiency (61% vs 56%).
- •Springhouse MS does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 78%).
- •Springhouse MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32% vs 34.5%).
- •Orefield MS does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.9).
- •Springhouse MS is the larger school with 1,329 students compared with 1,034.
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 Orefield MS better than Springhouse MS?
On the Success Index (US), Springhouse MS ranks higher (79.8 vs 78.2 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 Orefield MS and Springhouse MS?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Orefield and Allentown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Orefield MS: 1,034. Springhouse MS: 1,329. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Orefield MS and Springhouse MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Orefield MS is 93rd of 521 and Springhouse MS is 81st of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).