HS of Engineering & Science vs West York Area HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 137 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
HS of Engineering & Science
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 7–12
851 students
West York Area HS
York · Public high · Grades 9–12
851 students
| Measure | HS of Engineering & Science Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | West York Area HS York, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #360 of 618 | #222 of 618 |
| National rank | #6437 of 16,910 | #3117 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 851 | 851 |
| Enrollment | 851 | 851 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.1% | 53.1% |
| Students per teacher | 28.4 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 93% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 67% |
| city | Philadelphia | York |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West York Area HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.8 vs 57.5).
- •HS of Engineering & Science does better on math proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •HS of Engineering & Science does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 77%).
- •West York Area HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.1% vs 99.1%).
- •West York Area HS does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 28.4).
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 HS of Engineering & Science better than West York Area HS?
On the Success Index (US), West York Area HS ranks higher (70.8 vs 57.5 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 HS of Engineering & Science and West York Area HS?
About 137 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and York in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
HS of Engineering & Science: 851. West York Area HS: 851. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do HS of Engineering & Science and West York Area HS rank in Pennsylvania?
HS of Engineering & Science is 360th of 618 and West York Area HS is 222nd of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).