Farrell Area HS/UMS vs West Middlesex Area JSHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 5.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Farrell Area HS/UMS
Farrell · Public high · Grades 7–12
281 students
West Middlesex Area JSHS
West Middlesex · Public high · Grades 7–12
332 students
| Measure | Farrell Area HS/UMS Farrell, Pennsylvania | West Middlesex Area JSHS West Middlesex, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #568 of 618 | #373 of 618 |
| National rank | #15324 of 16,910 | #6694 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 281 | 332 |
| Enrollment | 281 | 332 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.4% | 53.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 40% |
| city | Farrell | West Middlesex |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Middlesex Area JSHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.5 vs 19.6).
- •West Middlesex Area JSHS does better on math proficiency (40% vs 12%).
- •West Middlesex Area JSHS does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 27%).
- •West Middlesex Area JSHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.9% vs 96.4%).
- •West Middlesex Area JSHS does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 12.2).
- •West Middlesex Area JSHS is the larger school with 332 students compared with 281.
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 Farrell Area HS/UMS better than West Middlesex Area JSHS?
On the Success Index (US), West Middlesex Area JSHS ranks higher (56.5 vs 19.6 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 Farrell Area HS/UMS and West Middlesex Area JSHS?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Farrell and West Middlesex in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Farrell Area HS/UMS: 281. West Middlesex Area JSHS: 332. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Farrell Area HS/UMS and West Middlesex Area JSHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Farrell Area HS/UMS is 568th of 618 and West Middlesex Area JSHS is 373rd of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).