Reynolds MS vs Wheatland MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.3 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
Wheatland MS
Lancaster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
453 students
| Measure | Reynolds MS Lancaster, Pennsylvania | Wheatland MS Lancaster, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #445 of 521 | #457 of 521 |
| National rank | #11948 of 15,369 | #12330 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 511 | 453 |
| Enrollment | 511 | 453 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.5% | 85.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 9.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 10% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Reynolds MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.9 vs 27.9).
- •Reynolds MS does better on math proficiency (16% vs 10%).
- •Reynolds MS does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 36%).
- •Wheatland MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.2% vs 87.5%).
- •Wheatland MS does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 11.6).
- •Reynolds MS is the larger school with 511 students compared with 453.
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 Wheatland MS?
On the Success Index (US), Reynolds MS ranks higher (29.9 vs 27.9 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 Wheatland MS?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Reynolds MS: 511. Wheatland MS: 453. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Reynolds MS and Wheatland MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Reynolds MS is 445th of 521 and Wheatland MS is 457th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).