Greater Johnstown SHS vs North Pocono HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 307 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Greater Johnstown SHS
Johnstown · Public high · Grades 8–12
917 students
North Pocono HS
Covington Twp · Public high · Grades 9–12
915 students
| Measure | Greater Johnstown SHS Johnstown, Pennsylvania | North Pocono HS Covington Twp, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #546 of 618 | #168 of 618 |
| National rank | #14118 of 16,910 | #2298 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 917 | 915 |
| Enrollment | 917 | 915 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.3% | 36.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 67% |
| city | Johnstown | Covington Twp |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Pocono HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.2 vs 26.3).
- •North Pocono HS does better on math proficiency (67% vs 19%).
- •North Pocono HS does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 40%).
- •North Pocono HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.7% vs 93.3%).
- •Greater Johnstown SHS does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 15.5).
- •Greater Johnstown SHS is the larger school with 917 students compared with 915.
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 Greater Johnstown SHS better than North Pocono HS?
On the Success Index (US), North Pocono HS ranks higher (74.2 vs 26.3 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 Greater Johnstown SHS and North Pocono HS?
About 307 km in a straight line, between Johnstown and Covington Twp in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Greater Johnstown SHS: 917. North Pocono HS: 915. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Greater Johnstown SHS and North Pocono HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Greater Johnstown SHS is 546th of 618 and North Pocono HS is 168th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).