Athens Area HS vs Derry Area SHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 295 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
Derry Area SHS
Derry · Public high · Grades 9–12
598 students
| Measure | Athens Area HS Athens, Pennsylvania | Derry Area SHS Derry, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #420 of 618 | #303 of 618 |
| National rank | #8173 of 16,910 | #5281 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 599 | 598 |
| Enrollment | 599 | 598 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 108% | 98.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 72% |
| city | Athens | Derry |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Derry Area SHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.0 vs 50.8).
- •Derry Area SHS does better on math proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •Derry Area SHS does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Derry Area SHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.3% vs 108%).
- •Derry Area SHS does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 16.2).
- •Athens Area HS is the larger school with 599 students compared with 598.
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 Derry Area SHS?
On the Success Index (US), Derry Area SHS ranks higher (62.0 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 Derry Area SHS?
About 295 km in a straight line, between Athens and Derry in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athens Area HS: 599. Derry Area SHS: 598. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athens Area HS and Derry Area SHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Athens Area HS is 420th of 618 and Derry Area SHS is 303rd of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).