Bedford SHS vs McGuffey HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 159 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bedford SHS
Bedford · Public high · Grades 9–12
495 students
McGuffey HS
Claysville · Public high · Grades 9–12
494 students
| Measure | Bedford SHS Bedford, Pennsylvania | McGuffey HS Claysville, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #257 of 618 | #147 of 618 |
| National rank | #3950 of 16,910 | #1942 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 495 | 494 |
| Enrollment | 495 | 494 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.3% | 40.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 67% |
| city | Bedford | Claysville |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McGuffey HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.0 vs 67.4).
- •McGuffey HS does better on math proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •McGuffey HS does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •McGuffey HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.1% vs 51.3%).
- •Bedford SHS does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.0).
- •Bedford SHS is the larger school with 495 students compared with 494.
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 Bedford SHS better than McGuffey HS?
On the Success Index (US), McGuffey HS ranks higher (76.0 vs 67.4 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 Bedford SHS and McGuffey HS?
About 159 km in a straight line, between Bedford and Claysville in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bedford SHS: 495. McGuffey HS: 494. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bedford SHS and McGuffey HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Bedford SHS is 257th of 618 and McGuffey HS is 147th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).