Abington SHS vs Highland Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abington SHS
Abington · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,692 students
Highland Sch
Abington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
452 students
| Measure | Abington SHS Abington, Pennsylvania | Highland Sch Abington, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 10% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #122 of 618 | #210 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #1589 of 16,910 | #2788 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,692 | 452 |
| Enrollment | 2,692 | 452 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.1% | 34.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 72% |
| city | Abington | Abington |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.2 vs 77.9).
- •Abington SHS does better on math proficiency (81% vs 72%).
- •Abington SHS does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 81%).
- •Highland Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.7% vs 35.1%).
- •Highland Sch does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 17.3).
- •Abington SHS is the larger school with 2,692 students compared with 452.
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 Abington SHS better than Highland Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Sch ranks higher (84.2 vs 77.9 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 Abington SHS and Highland Sch?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Abington and Abington in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abington SHS: 2,692. Highland Sch: 452. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abington SHS and Highland Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Abington SHS is 122nd of 618 and Highland Sch is 210th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).