King Martin Luther HS vs West Shamokin JSHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 357 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
King Martin Luther HS
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
527 students
West Shamokin JSHS
Rural Valley · Public high · Grades 7–12
526 students
| Measure | King Martin Luther HS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | West Shamokin JSHS Rural Valley, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #612 of 618 | #391 of 618 |
| National rank | #16660 of 16,910 | #7111 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 527 | 526 |
| Enrollment | 527 | 526 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 106.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 48% |
| city | Philadelphia | Rural Valley |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Shamokin JSHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.8 vs 9.2).
- •West Shamokin JSHS does better on math proficiency (48% vs 2.5%).
- •West Shamokin JSHS does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 17%).
- •King Martin Luther HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (100% vs 106.1%).
- •West Shamokin JSHS does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 15.5).
- •King Martin Luther HS is the larger school with 527 students compared with 526.
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 King Martin Luther HS better than West Shamokin JSHS?
On the Success Index (US), West Shamokin JSHS ranks higher (54.8 vs 9.2 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 King Martin Luther HS and West Shamokin JSHS?
About 357 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Rural Valley in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
King Martin Luther HS: 527. West Shamokin JSHS: 526. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do King Martin Luther HS and West Shamokin JSHS rank in Pennsylvania?
King Martin Luther HS is 612th of 618 and West Shamokin JSHS is 391st of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).