Homer-Center JSHS vs River Valley HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Homer-Center JSHS
Homer City · Public high · Grades 7–12
392 students
River Valley HS
Blairsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
427 students
| Measure | Homer-Center JSHS Homer City, Pennsylvania | River Valley HS Blairsville, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #237 of 618 | #524 of 618 |
| National rank | #3526 of 16,910 | #12896 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 392 | 427 |
| Enrollment | 392 | 427 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.5% | 97.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | – |
| Math proficiency | 62% | – |
| city | Homer City | Blairsville |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Homer-Center JSHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.1 vs 32.0).
- •Homer-Center JSHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.5% vs 97.9%).
- •River Valley HS does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.6).
- •River Valley HS is the larger school with 427 students compared with 392.
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 Homer-Center JSHS better than River Valley HS?
On the Success Index (US), Homer-Center JSHS ranks higher (69.1 vs 32.0 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 Homer-Center JSHS and River Valley HS?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Homer City and Blairsville in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Homer-Center JSHS: 392. River Valley HS: 427. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Homer-Center JSHS and River Valley HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Homer-Center JSHS is 237th of 618 and River Valley HS is 524th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).