Armstrong JSHS vs Central Bucks HS-East
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 379 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Armstrong JSHS
Kittanning · Public high · Grades 7–12
1,374 students
Central Bucks HS-East
Doylestown · Public high · Grades 10–12
1,374 students
| Measure | Armstrong JSHS Kittanning, Pennsylvania | Central Bucks HS-East Doylestown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #440 of 618 | #16 of 618 |
| National rank | #8785 of 16,910 | #282 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 10–12 |
| Students | 1,374 | 1,374 |
| Enrollment | 1,374 | 1,374 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 109.8% | 9.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 90% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 90% |
| city | Kittanning | Doylestown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Bucks HS-East scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.3 vs 48.4).
- •Central Bucks HS-East does better on math proficiency (90% vs 46%).
- •Central Bucks HS-East does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 64%).
- •Central Bucks HS-East does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.5% vs 109.8%).
- •Armstrong JSHS does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.6).
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 Armstrong JSHS better than Central Bucks HS-East?
On the Success Index (US), Central Bucks HS-East ranks higher (89.3 vs 48.4 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 Armstrong JSHS and Central Bucks HS-East?
About 379 km in a straight line, between Kittanning and Doylestown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Armstrong JSHS: 1,374. Central Bucks HS-East: 1,374. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Armstrong JSHS and Central Bucks HS-East rank in Pennsylvania?
Armstrong JSHS is 440th of 618 and Central Bucks HS-East is 16th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).