Valley View MS vs Western Wayne MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Valley View MS
Archbald · Public middle · Grades 6–8
565 students
Western Wayne MS
Lake Ariel · Public middle · Grades 6–8
367 students
| Measure | Valley View MS Archbald, Pennsylvania | Western Wayne MS Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #250 of 521 | #249 of 521 |
| National rank | #5195 of 15,369 | #5170 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 565 | 367 |
| Enrollment | 565 | 367 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.4% | 56.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 9.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 37% |
| city | Archbald | Lake Ariel |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (61.3 vs 61.4).
- •Western Wayne MS does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Valley View MS does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 65%).
- •Valley View MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.4% vs 56.9%).
- •Western Wayne MS does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 13.5).
- •Valley View MS is the larger school with 565 students compared with 367.
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 Valley View MS better than Western Wayne MS?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Valley View MS and Western Wayne MS?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Archbald and Lake Ariel in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Valley View MS: 565. Western Wayne MS: 367. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Valley View MS and Western Wayne MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Valley View MS is 250th of 521 and Western Wayne MS is 249th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).