Reynolds MS vs Ross El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Reynolds MS
Lancaster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
511 students
Ross El Sch
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
281 students
| Measure | Reynolds MS Lancaster, Pennsylvania | Ross El Sch Lancaster, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #445 of 521 | #1135 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #11948 of 15,369 | #30722 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 511 | 281 |
| Enrollment | 511 | 281 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.5% | 94% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 42% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ross El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.9 vs 29.9).
- •Ross El Sch does better on math proficiency (42% vs 16%).
- •Ross El Sch does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 41%).
- •Reynolds MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.5% vs 94%).
- •Reynolds MS does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.4).
- •Reynolds MS is the larger school with 511 students compared with 281.
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 Reynolds MS better than Ross El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Ross El Sch ranks higher (41.9 vs 29.9 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 Reynolds MS and Ross El Sch?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Reynolds MS: 511. Ross El Sch: 281. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Reynolds MS and Ross El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Reynolds MS is 445th of 521 and Ross El Sch is 1135th of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).