Athens Area HS vs Central Columbia SHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 106 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athens Area HS
Athens · Public high · Grades 9–12
599 students
Central Columbia SHS
Bloomsburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
601 students
| Measure | Athens Area HS Athens, Pennsylvania | Central Columbia SHS Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #420 of 618 | #52 of 618 |
| National rank | #8173 of 16,910 | #595 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 599 | 601 |
| Enrollment | 599 | 601 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 108% | 29% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 87% |
| city | Athens | Bloomsburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Columbia SHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.5 vs 50.8).
- •Central Columbia SHS does better on math proficiency (87% vs 57%).
- •Central Columbia SHS does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 72%).
- •Central Columbia SHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29% vs 108%).
- •Central Columbia SHS does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.2).
- •Central Columbia SHS is the larger school with 601 students compared with 599.
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 Athens Area HS better than Central Columbia SHS?
On the Success Index (US), Central Columbia SHS ranks higher (85.5 vs 50.8 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 Athens Area HS and Central Columbia SHS?
About 106 km in a straight line, between Athens and Bloomsburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athens Area HS: 599. Central Columbia SHS: 601. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athens Area HS and Central Columbia SHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Athens Area HS is 420th of 618 and Central Columbia SHS is 52nd of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).