Smith MS vs Swift MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 9.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Smith MS
Quarryville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
367 students
Swift MS
Quarryville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
326 students
| Measure | Smith MS Quarryville, Pennsylvania | Swift MS Quarryville, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #272 of 521 | #293 of 521 |
| National rank | #5712 of 15,369 | #6357 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 367 | 326 |
| Enrollment | 367 | 326 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48% | 48.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 30% |
| city | Quarryville | Quarryville |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smith MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.0 vs 56.0).
- •Smith MS does better on math proficiency (33% vs 30%).
- •Smith MS does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 57%).
- •Smith MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48% vs 48.2%).
- •Swift MS does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 10.8).
- •Smith MS is the larger school with 367 students compared with 326.
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 Smith MS better than Swift MS?
On the Success Index (US), Smith MS ranks higher (59.0 vs 56.0 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 Smith MS and Swift MS?
About 9.5 km in a straight line, between Quarryville and Quarryville in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Smith MS: 367. Swift MS: 326. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Smith MS and Swift MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Smith MS is 272nd of 521 and Swift MS is 293rd of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).