Armstrong JSHS vs West Hills Intermediate Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 5.6 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
West Hills Intermediate Sch
Kittanning · Public middle · Grades 4–6
424 students
| Measure | Armstrong JSHS Kittanning, Pennsylvania | West Hills Intermediate Sch Kittanning, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #440 of 618 | #316 of 521 |
| National rank | #8785 of 16,910 | #7156 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 4–6 |
| Students | 1,374 | 424 |
| Enrollment | 1,374 | 424 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 109.8% | 102.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 47% |
| city | Kittanning | Kittanning |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Hills Intermediate Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.2 vs 48.4).
- •West Hills Intermediate Sch does better on math proficiency (47% vs 46%).
- •Armstrong JSHS does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 62%).
- •West Hills Intermediate Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (102.8% vs 109.8%).
- •West Hills Intermediate Sch does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 11.9).
- •Armstrong JSHS is the larger school with 1,374 students compared with 424.
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 West Hills Intermediate Sch?
On the Success Index (US), West Hills Intermediate Sch ranks higher (52.2 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 West Hills Intermediate Sch?
About 5.6 km in a straight line, between Kittanning and Kittanning in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Armstrong JSHS: 1,374. West Hills Intermediate Sch: 424. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Armstrong JSHS and West Hills Intermediate Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Armstrong JSHS is 440th of 618 and West Hills Intermediate Sch is 316th of 521 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).