Reynolds MS vs Wharton El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 747 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Reynolds MS
Lancaster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
511 students
Wharton El Sch
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
327 students
| Measure | Reynolds MS Lancaster, Pennsylvania | Wharton El Sch Lancaster, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #445 of 521 | #1069 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #11948 of 15,369 | #28004 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 511 | 327 |
| Enrollment | 511 | 327 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.5% | 101.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 42% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wharton El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.9 vs 29.9).
- •Wharton El Sch does better on math proficiency (42% vs 16%).
- •Wharton El Sch does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 41%).
- •Reynolds MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.5% vs 101.8%).
- •Reynolds MS does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.1).
- •Reynolds MS is the larger school with 511 students compared with 327.
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 Wharton El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Wharton El Sch ranks higher (45.9 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 Wharton El Sch?
About 747 m in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Reynolds MS: 511. Wharton El Sch: 327. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Reynolds MS and Wharton El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Reynolds MS is 445th of 521 and Wharton El Sch is 1069th of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).