Mars Area SHS vs Richland El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.4 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
Richland El Sch
Gibsonia · Public elementary · Grades K–3
470 students
| Measure | Mars Area SHS Mars, Pennsylvania | Richland El Sch Gibsonia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 92 Top 5% | 95 Top 5% |
| State rank | #5 of 618 | #5 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #136 of 16,910 | #132 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 1,044 | 470 |
| Enrollment | 1,044 | 470 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.2% | 6.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 91% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 92% |
| city | Mars | Gibsonia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Richland El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (94.6 vs 92.1).
- •Richland El Sch does better on math proficiency (92% vs 81%).
- •Richland El Sch does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 91%).
- •Richland El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.6% vs 12.2%).
- •Mars Area SHS does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 13.1).
- •Mars Area SHS is the larger school with 1,044 students compared with 470.
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 Richland El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Richland El Sch ranks higher (94.6 vs 92.1 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 Richland El Sch?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Mars and Gibsonia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mars Area SHS: 1,044. Richland El Sch: 470. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mars Area SHS and Richland El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Mars Area SHS is 5th of 618 and Richland El Sch is 5th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).