Southern MS vs Southwest MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Southern MS
Reading · Public middle · Grades 5–8
661 students
Southwest MS
Reading · Public middle · Grades 5–8
574 students
| Measure | Southern MS Reading, Pennsylvania | Southwest MS Reading, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #510 of 521 | #452 of 521 |
| National rank | #14858 of 15,369 | #12133 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 661 | 574 |
| Enrollment | 661 | 574 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 105.6% | 113.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | – |
| Math proficiency | 6% | – |
| city | Reading | Reading |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southwest MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.9 vs 12.5).
- •Southern MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (105.6% vs 113.6%).
- •Southwest MS does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.7).
- •Southern MS is the larger school with 661 students compared with 574.
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 Southern MS better than Southwest MS?
On the Success Index (US), Southwest MS ranks higher (28.9 vs 12.5 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 Southern MS and Southwest MS?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Reading and Reading in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Southern MS: 661. Southwest MS: 574. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Southern MS and Southwest MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Southern MS is 510th of 521 and Southwest MS is 452nd of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).