Burrell HS vs Southmoreland SHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 50 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burrell HS
Lower Burrell · Public high · Grades 9–12
566 students
Southmoreland SHS
Alverton · Public high · Grades 9–12
566 students
| Measure | Burrell HS Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania | Southmoreland SHS Alverton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #239 of 618 | #205 of 618 |
| National rank | #3550 of 16,910 | #2814 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 566 | 566 |
| Enrollment | 566 | 566 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.3% | 53% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 77% |
| city | Lower Burrell | Alverton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southmoreland SHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.0 vs 69.0).
- •Southmoreland SHS does better on math proficiency (77% vs 62%).
- •Southmoreland SHS does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 67%).
- •Burrell HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.3% vs 53%).
- •Burrell HS does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.3).
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 Burrell HS better than Southmoreland SHS?
On the Success Index (US), Southmoreland SHS ranks higher (72.0 vs 69.0 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 Burrell HS and Southmoreland SHS?
About 50 km in a straight line, between Lower Burrell and Alverton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burrell HS: 566. Southmoreland SHS: 566. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burrell HS and Southmoreland SHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Burrell HS is 239th of 618 and Southmoreland SHS is 205th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).