Berkey Sch vs Valley JSHS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berkey Sch
Arnold · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
289 students
Valley JSHS
New Kensington · Public high · Grades 7–12
905 students
| Measure | Berkey Sch Arnold, Pennsylvania | Valley JSHS New Kensington, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1258 of 1,627 | #558 of 618 |
| National rank | #36298 of 50,301 | #14847 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades 1–2 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 289 | 905 |
| Enrollment | 289 | 905 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 108.7% | 97.8% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 43% |
| Math proficiency | – | 15% |
| city | Arnold | New Kensington |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Berkey Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.4 vs 22.6).
- •Valley JSHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.8% vs 108.7%).
- •Berkey Sch does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 15.3).
- •Valley JSHS is the larger school with 905 students compared with 289.
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 Berkey Sch better than Valley JSHS?
On the Success Index (US), Berkey Sch ranks higher (33.4 vs 22.6 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 Berkey Sch and Valley JSHS?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Arnold and New Kensington in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berkey Sch: 289. Valley JSHS: 905. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berkey Sch and Valley JSHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Berkey Sch is 1258th of 1,627 and Valley JSHS is 558th of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).