Penndale MS vs Pennfield MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Penndale MS
Lansdale · Public middle · Grades 7–9
1,171 students
Pennfield MS
Hatfield · Public middle · Grades 7–9
865 students
| Measure | Penndale MS Lansdale, Pennsylvania | Pennfield MS Hatfield, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #189 of 521 | #116 of 521 |
| National rank | #3958 of 15,369 | #2323 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–9 | Grades 7–9 |
| Students | 1,171 | 865 |
| Enrollment | 1,171 | 865 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.2% | 40.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 50% |
| city | Lansdale | Hatfield |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pennfield MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.2 vs 67.2).
- •Pennfield MS does better on math proficiency (50% vs 43%).
- •Pennfield MS does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 72%).
- •Pennfield MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.8% vs 46.2%).
- •Pennfield MS does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.2).
- •Penndale MS is the larger school with 1,171 students compared with 865.
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 Penndale MS better than Pennfield MS?
On the Success Index (US), Pennfield MS ranks higher (75.2 vs 67.2 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 Penndale MS and Pennfield MS?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Lansdale and Hatfield in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Penndale MS: 1,171. Pennfield MS: 865. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Penndale MS and Pennfield MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Penndale MS is 189th of 521 and Pennfield MS is 116th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).