Carlynton JSHS vs Penns Valley Area JSHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 222 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carlynton JSHS
Carnegie · Public high · Grades 7–12
632 students
Penns Valley Area JSHS
Spring Mills · Public high · Grades 7–12
632 students
| Measure | Carlynton JSHS Carnegie, Pennsylvania | Penns Valley Area JSHS Spring Mills, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #471 of 618 | #216 of 618 |
| National rank | #9851 of 16,910 | #3026 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 632 | 632 |
| Enrollment | 632 | 632 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.8% | 39.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 53% |
| city | Carnegie | Spring Mills |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Penns Valley Area JSHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.1 vs 44.3).
- •Penns Valley Area JSHS does better on math proficiency (53% vs 40%).
- •Penns Valley Area JSHS does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 63%).
- •Penns Valley Area JSHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.9% vs 100.8%).
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 Carlynton JSHS better than Penns Valley Area JSHS?
On the Success Index (US), Penns Valley Area JSHS ranks higher (71.1 vs 44.3 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 Carlynton JSHS and Penns Valley Area JSHS?
About 222 km in a straight line, between Carnegie and Spring Mills in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carlynton JSHS: 632. Penns Valley Area JSHS: 632. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carlynton JSHS and Penns Valley Area JSHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Carlynton JSHS is 471st of 618 and Penns Valley Area JSHS is 216th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).