Central Valley HS vs James Buchanan HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 223 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Valley HS
Monaca · Public high · Grades 9–12
721 students
James Buchanan HS
Mercersburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
721 students
| Measure | Central Valley HS Monaca, Pennsylvania | James Buchanan HS Mercersburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #101 of 618 | #368 of 618 |
| National rank | #1310 of 16,910 | #6526 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 721 | 721 |
| Enrollment | 721 | 721 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.5% | 97.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 67% |
| city | Monaca | Mercersburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Valley HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.7 vs 57.2).
- •Central Valley HS does better on math proficiency (82% vs 67%).
- •Central Valley HS does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 77%).
- •Central Valley HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.5% vs 97.9%).
- •Central Valley HS does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.4).
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 Valley HS better than James Buchanan HS?
On the Success Index (US), Central Valley HS ranks higher (79.7 vs 57.2 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 Central Valley HS and James Buchanan HS?
About 223 km in a straight line, between Monaca and Mercersburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Valley HS: 721. James Buchanan HS: 721. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Valley HS and James Buchanan HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Central Valley HS is 101st of 618 and James Buchanan HS is 368th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).