Dallas SHS vs Valley View HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 37 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dallas SHS
Dallas · Public high · Grades 9–12
745 students
Valley View HS
Archbald · Public high · Grades 9–12
747 students
| Measure | Dallas SHS Dallas, Pennsylvania | Valley View HS Archbald, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank | #83 of 618 | #125 of 618 |
| National rank | #1147 of 16,910 | #1637 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 745 | 747 |
| Enrollment | 745 | 747 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.9% | 37.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 67% |
| city | Dallas | Archbald |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dallas SHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.8 vs 77.6).
- •Dallas SHS does better on math proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •Valley View HS does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 77%).
- •Dallas SHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.9% vs 37.8%).
- •Dallas SHS does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.6).
- •Valley View HS is the larger school with 747 students compared with 745.
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 Dallas SHS better than Valley View HS?
On the Success Index (US), Dallas SHS ranks higher (80.8 vs 77.6 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 Dallas SHS and Valley View HS?
About 37 km in a straight line, between Dallas and Archbald in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dallas SHS: 745. Valley View HS: 747. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dallas SHS and Valley View HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Dallas SHS is 83rd of 618 and Valley View HS is 125th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).