Girard HS vs Northwestern SHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Girard HS
Girard · Public high · Grades 9–12
477 students
Northwestern SHS
Albion · Public high · Grades 9–12
398 students
| Measure | Girard HS Girard, Pennsylvania | Northwestern SHS Albion, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #333 of 618 | #341 of 618 |
| National rank | #5898 of 16,910 | #6047 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 477 | 398 |
| Enrollment | 477 | 398 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 105.9% | 103.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 72% |
| city | Girard | Albion |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (59.6 vs 59.1).
- •Girard HS does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 77%).
- •Northwestern SHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (103.8% vs 105.9%).
- •Northwestern SHS does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.9).
- •Girard HS is the larger school with 477 students compared with 398.
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 Girard HS better than Northwestern SHS?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Girard HS and Northwestern SHS?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Girard and Albion in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Girard HS: 477. Northwestern SHS: 398. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Girard HS and Northwestern SHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Girard HS is 333rd of 618 and Northwestern SHS is 341st of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).