Palisades MS vs West Reading El Ctr
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 66 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palisades MS
Kintnersville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
308 students
West Reading El Ctr
West Reading · Public middle · Grades 5–6
310 students
| Measure | Palisades MS Kintnersville, Pennsylvania | West Reading El Ctr West Reading, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #137 of 521 | #117 of 521 |
| National rank | #2933 of 15,369 | #2329 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 308 | 310 |
| Enrollment | 308 | 310 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.5% | 39.7% |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 56% |
| city | Kintnersville | West Reading |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Reading El Ctr scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.2 vs 72.0).
- •West Reading El Ctr does better on math proficiency (56% vs 40%).
- •West Reading El Ctr does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 67%).
- •Palisades MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.5% vs 39.7%).
- •Palisades MS does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 14.8).
- •West Reading El Ctr is the larger school with 310 students compared with 308.
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 Palisades MS better than West Reading El Ctr?
On the Success Index (US), West Reading El Ctr ranks higher (75.2 vs 72.0 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 Palisades MS and West Reading El Ctr?
About 66 km in a straight line, between Kintnersville and West Reading in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palisades MS: 308. West Reading El Ctr: 310. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palisades MS and West Reading El Ctr rank in Pennsylvania?
Palisades MS is 137th of 521 and West Reading El Ctr is 117th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).