Aliquippa JSHS vs Ambridge Area HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aliquippa JSHS
Aliquippa · Public high · Grades 7–12
493 students
Ambridge Area HS
Ambridge · Public high · Grades 9–12
705 students
| Measure | Aliquippa JSHS Aliquippa, Pennsylvania | Ambridge Area HS Ambridge, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #498 of 618 | #472 of 618 |
| National rank | #11017 of 16,910 | #9873 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 493 | 705 |
| Enrollment | 493 | 705 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 0.6% | 98.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 52% |
| city | Aliquippa | Ambridge |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ambridge Area HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.2 vs 39.7).
- •Ambridge Area HS does better on math proficiency (52% vs 12%).
- •Ambridge Area HS does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 27%).
- •Aliquippa JSHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (0.6% vs 98.3%).
- •Aliquippa JSHS does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 22.7).
- •Ambridge Area HS is the larger school with 705 students compared with 493.
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 Aliquippa JSHS better than Ambridge Area HS?
On the Success Index (US), Ambridge Area HS ranks higher (44.2 vs 39.7 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 Aliquippa JSHS and Ambridge Area HS?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Aliquippa and Ambridge in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aliquippa JSHS: 493. Ambridge Area HS: 705. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aliquippa JSHS and Ambridge Area HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Aliquippa JSHS is 498th of 618 and Ambridge Area HS is 472nd of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).