Penncrest HS vs Springton Lake MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Penncrest HS
Media · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,255 students
Springton Lake MS
Media · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,012 students
| Measure | Penncrest HS Media, Pennsylvania | Springton Lake MS Media, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #35 of 618 | #75 of 521 |
| National rank | #432 of 16,910 | #1332 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,255 | 1,012 |
| Enrollment | 1,255 | 1,012 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.7% | 16.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 53% |
| city | Media | Media |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Penncrest HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.2 vs 81.0).
- •Penncrest HS does better on math proficiency (82% vs 53%).
- •Penncrest HS does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 84%).
- •Springton Lake MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.7% vs 20.7%).
- •Penncrest HS does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.5).
- •Penncrest HS is the larger school with 1,255 students compared with 1,012.
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 Penncrest HS better than Springton Lake MS?
On the Success Index (US), Penncrest HS ranks higher (87.2 vs 81.0 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 Penncrest HS and Springton Lake MS?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Media and Media in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Penncrest HS: 1,255. Springton Lake MS: 1,012. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Penncrest HS and Springton Lake MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Penncrest HS is 35th of 618 and Springton Lake MS is 75th of 521 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).