James Buchanan HS vs Midd-West HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 127 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Buchanan HS
Mercersburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
721 students
Midd-West HS
Middleburg · Public high · Grades 8–12
726 students
| Measure | James Buchanan HS Mercersburg, Pennsylvania | Midd-West HS Middleburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #368 of 618 | #451 of 618 |
| National rank | #6526 of 16,910 | #9112 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 8–12 |
| Students | 721 | 726 |
| Enrollment | 721 | 726 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.9% | 105.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 52% |
| city | Mercersburg | Middleburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Buchanan HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.2 vs 47.3).
- •James Buchanan HS does better on math proficiency (67% vs 52%).
- •James Buchanan HS does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 65%).
- •James Buchanan HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.9% vs 105.9%).
- •Midd-West HS does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 16.4).
- •Midd-West HS is the larger school with 726 students compared with 721.
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 James Buchanan HS better than Midd-West HS?
On the Success Index (US), James Buchanan HS ranks higher (57.2 vs 47.3 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 James Buchanan HS and Midd-West HS?
About 127 km in a straight line, between Mercersburg and Middleburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Buchanan HS: 721. Midd-West HS: 726. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Buchanan HS and Midd-West HS rank in Pennsylvania?
James Buchanan HS is 368th of 618 and Midd-West HS is 451st of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).