Central HS vs Tussey Mountain HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central HS
Martinsburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
504 students
Tussey Mountain HS
Saxton · Public high · Grades 9–12
293 students
| Measure | Central HS Martinsburg, Pennsylvania | Tussey Mountain HS Saxton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #203 of 618 | #463 of 618 |
| National rank | #2799 of 16,910 | #9572 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 504 | 293 |
| Enrollment | 504 | 293 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.6% | 105.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 47% |
| city | Martinsburg | Saxton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.0 vs 45.5).
- •Central HS does better on math proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •Central HS does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 57%).
- •Central HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.6% vs 105.5%).
- •Tussey Mountain HS does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.3).
- •Central HS is the larger school with 504 students compared with 293.
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 Central HS better than Tussey Mountain HS?
On the Success Index (US), Central HS ranks higher (72.0 vs 45.5 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 Central HS and Tussey Mountain HS?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Martinsburg and Saxton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central HS: 504. Tussey Mountain HS: 293. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central HS and Tussey Mountain HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Central HS is 203rd of 618 and Tussey Mountain HS is 463rd of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).