Palmyra High School vs Pennsauken High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palmyra High School
Palmyra · Public high · Grades 9–12
385 students
Pennsauken High School
Pennsauken · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,588 students
| Measure | Palmyra High School Palmyra, New Jersey | Pennsauken High School Pennsauken, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #200 of 357 | #320 of 357 |
| National rank | #8719 of 16,910 | #14896 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 385 | 1,588 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 1,588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.7% | 74.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 17% |
| city | Palmyra | Pennsauken |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palmyra High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.7 vs 22.3).
- •Palmyra High School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 17%).
- •Palmyra High School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 29%).
- •Palmyra High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.7% vs 74.2%).
- •Palmyra High School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.4).
- •Pennsauken High School is the larger school with 1,588 students compared with 385.
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 Palmyra High School better than Pennsauken High School?
On the Success Index (US), Palmyra High School ranks higher (48.7 vs 22.3 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 Palmyra High School and Pennsauken High School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Palmyra and Pennsauken in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palmyra High School: 385. Pennsauken High School: 1,588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palmyra High School and Pennsauken High School rank in New Jersey?
Palmyra High School is 200th of 357 and Pennsauken High School is 320th of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).