Frankford HS vs Valley JSHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 401 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frankford HS
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
907 students
Valley JSHS
New Kensington · Public high · Grades 7–12
905 students
| Measure | Frankford HS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Valley JSHS New Kensington, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #593 of 618 | #558 of 618 |
| National rank | #16053 of 16,910 | #14847 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 907 | 905 |
| Enrollment | 907 | 905 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.7% | 97.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 15% |
| city | Philadelphia | New Kensington |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valley JSHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.6 vs 15.0).
- •Valley JSHS does better on math proficiency (15% vs 11%).
- •Valley JSHS does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 17%).
- •Frankford HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.7% vs 97.8%).
- •Frankford HS does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 15.3).
- •Frankford HS is the larger school with 907 students compared with 905.
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 Frankford HS better than Valley JSHS?
On the Success Index (US), Valley JSHS ranks higher (22.6 vs 15.0 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 Frankford HS and Valley JSHS?
About 401 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and New Kensington in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frankford HS: 907. Valley JSHS: 905. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frankford HS and Valley JSHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Frankford HS is 593rd of 618 and Valley JSHS is 558th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).