Building 21 vs Canton JSHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 228 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Building 21
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
371 students
Canton JSHS
Canton · Public high · Grades 7–12
372 students
| Measure | Building 21 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Canton JSHS Canton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #611 of 618 | #495 of 618 |
| National rank | #16656 of 16,910 | #10911 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 371 | 372 |
| Enrollment | 371 | 372 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 103% | 100.3% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 34% |
| city | Philadelphia | Canton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Canton JSHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.2 vs 9.2).
- •Canton JSHS does better on math proficiency (34% vs 7.5%).
- •Canton JSHS does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 32%).
- •Canton JSHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (100.3% vs 103%).
- •Canton JSHS does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 20.6).
- •Canton JSHS is the larger school with 372 students compared with 371.
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 Building 21 better than Canton JSHS?
On the Success Index (US), Canton JSHS ranks higher (40.2 vs 9.2 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 Building 21 and Canton JSHS?
About 228 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Canton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Building 21: 371. Canton JSHS: 372. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Building 21 and Canton JSHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Building 21 is 611th of 618 and Canton JSHS is 495th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).