Bensalem Twp HS vs McDowell HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 488 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bensalem Twp HS
Bensalem · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,151 students
McDowell HS
Erie · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,133 students
| Measure | Bensalem Twp HS Bensalem, Pennsylvania | McDowell HS Erie, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #457 of 618 | #189 of 618 |
| National rank | #9425 of 16,910 | #2578 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,151 | 2,133 |
| Enrollment | 2,151 | 2,133 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.4% | 48.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 78% |
| city | Bensalem | Erie |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McDowell HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.0 vs 46.1).
- •McDowell HS does better on math proficiency (78% vs 54%).
- •McDowell HS does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 55%).
- •McDowell HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.9% vs 98.4%).
- •McDowell HS does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 14.6).
- •Bensalem Twp HS is the larger school with 2,151 students compared with 2,133.
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 Bensalem Twp HS better than McDowell HS?
On the Success Index (US), McDowell HS ranks higher (73.0 vs 46.1 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 Bensalem Twp HS and McDowell HS?
About 488 km in a straight line, between Bensalem and Erie in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bensalem Twp HS: 2,151. McDowell HS: 2,133. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bensalem Twp HS and McDowell HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Bensalem Twp HS is 457th of 618 and McDowell HS is 189th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).