Mars Area SHS vs Pine-Richland HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mars Area SHS
Mars · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,044 students
Pine-Richland HS
Gibsonia · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,449 students
| Measure | Mars Area SHS Mars, Pennsylvania | Pine-Richland HS Gibsonia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 92 Top 5% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #5 of 618 | #11 of 618 |
| National rank | #136 of 16,910 | #253 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,044 | 1,449 |
| Enrollment | 1,044 | 1,449 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.2% | 9.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 91% | 91% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 89% |
| city | Mars | Gibsonia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mars Area SHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.1 vs 89.8).
- •Pine-Richland HS does better on math proficiency (89% vs 81%).
- •Pine-Richland HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.7% vs 12.2%).
- •Mars Area SHS does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 14.3).
- •Pine-Richland HS is the larger school with 1,449 students compared with 1,044.
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 Mars Area SHS better than Pine-Richland HS?
On the Success Index (US), Mars Area SHS ranks higher (92.1 vs 89.8 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 Mars Area SHS and Pine-Richland HS?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Mars and Gibsonia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mars Area SHS: 1,044. Pine-Richland HS: 1,449. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mars Area SHS and Pine-Richland HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Mars Area SHS is 5th of 618 and Pine-Richland HS is 11th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).