Clarion Area JSHS vs River Valley HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 87 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clarion Area JSHS
Clarion · Public high · Grades 6–12
426 students
River Valley HS
Blairsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
427 students
| Measure | Clarion Area JSHS Clarion, Pennsylvania | River Valley HS Blairsville, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #437 of 618 | #524 of 618 |
| National rank | #8668 of 16,910 | #12896 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 426 | 427 |
| Enrollment | 426 | 427 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.2% | 97.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | – |
| Math proficiency | 37% | – |
| city | Clarion | Blairsville |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clarion Area JSHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.9 vs 32.0).
- •Clarion Area JSHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.2% vs 97.9%).
- •River Valley HS does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 15.2).
- •River Valley HS is the larger school with 427 students compared with 426.
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 Clarion Area JSHS better than River Valley HS?
On the Success Index (US), Clarion Area JSHS ranks higher (48.9 vs 32.0 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 Clarion Area JSHS and River Valley HS?
About 87 km in a straight line, between Clarion and Blairsville in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clarion Area JSHS: 426. River Valley HS: 427. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clarion Area JSHS and River Valley HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Clarion Area JSHS is 437th of 618 and River Valley HS is 524th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).