Galeton JSHS vs Parkway West
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 283 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Galeton JSHS
Galeton · Public high · Grades 7–12
144 students
Parkway West
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
149 students
| Measure | Galeton JSHS Galeton, Pennsylvania | Parkway West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #531 of 618 | #537 of 618 |
| National rank | #13502 of 16,910 | #13746 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 144 | 149 |
| Enrollment | 144 | 149 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.9% | 112.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 34.5% |
| Math proficiency | – | 34.5% |
| city | Galeton | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Galeton JSHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.2 vs 28.1).
- •Galeton JSHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.9% vs 112.1%).
- •Galeton JSHS does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 12.4).
- •Parkway West is the larger school with 149 students compared with 144.
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 Galeton JSHS better than Parkway West?
On the Success Index (US), Galeton JSHS ranks higher (29.2 vs 28.1 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 Galeton JSHS and Parkway West?
About 283 km in a straight line, between Galeton and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Galeton JSHS: 144. Parkway West: 149. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Galeton JSHS and Parkway West rank in Pennsylvania?
Galeton JSHS is 531st of 618 and Parkway West is 537th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).