Avella Area JSHS vs The Linc
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 451 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Avella Area JSHS
Avella · Public high · Grades 7–12
228 students
The Linc
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
223 students
| Measure | Avella Area JSHS Avella, Pennsylvania | The Linc Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #307 of 618 | #614 of 618 |
| National rank | #5325 of 16,910 | #16688 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 228 | 223 |
| Enrollment | 228 | 223 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.9% | 101.3% |
| Students per teacher | 8.8 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 15% |
| city | Avella | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Avella Area JSHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.8 vs 8.8).
- •Avella Area JSHS does better on math proficiency (42% vs 15%).
- •Avella Area JSHS does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 15%).
- •Avella Area JSHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.9% vs 101.3%).
- •Avella Area JSHS does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 20.3).
- •Avella Area JSHS is the larger school with 228 students compared with 223.
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 Avella Area JSHS better than The Linc?
On the Success Index (US), Avella Area JSHS ranks higher (61.8 vs 8.8 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 Avella Area JSHS and The Linc?
About 451 km in a straight line, between Avella and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Avella Area JSHS: 228. The Linc: 223. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Avella Area JSHS and The Linc rank in Pennsylvania?
Avella Area JSHS is 307th of 618 and The Linc is 614th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).