Delaware Valley HS vs South Western SHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 255 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Delaware Valley HS
Milford · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,380 students
South Western SHS
Hanover · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,380 students
| Measure | Delaware Valley HS Milford, Pennsylvania | South Western SHS Hanover, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #112 of 618 | #91 of 618 |
| National rank | #1439 of 16,910 | #1226 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,380 | 1,380 |
| Enrollment | 1,380 | 1,380 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.4% | 34.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 82% |
| city | Milford | Hanover |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Western SHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.3 vs 78.9).
- •South Western SHS does better on math proficiency (82% vs 76%).
- •Delaware Valley HS does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 83%).
- •South Western SHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.8% vs 41.4%).
- •Delaware Valley HS does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.0).
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 Delaware Valley HS better than South Western SHS?
On the Success Index (US), South Western SHS ranks higher (80.3 vs 78.9 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 Delaware Valley HS and South Western SHS?
About 255 km in a straight line, between Milford and Hanover in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Delaware Valley HS: 1,380. South Western SHS: 1,380. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Delaware Valley HS and South Western SHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Delaware Valley HS is 112th of 618 and South Western SHS is 91st of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).