Mars Area SHS vs Sun Valley HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 398 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
Sun Valley HS
Aston · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,042 students
| Measure | Mars Area SHS Mars, Pennsylvania | Sun Valley HS Aston, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 92 Top 5% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank | #5 of 618 | #120 of 618 |
| National rank | #136 of 16,910 | #1574 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,044 | 1,042 |
| Enrollment | 1,044 | 1,042 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.2% | 38.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 91% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 74% |
| city | Mars | Aston |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mars Area SHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.1 vs 78.1).
- •Mars Area SHS does better on math proficiency (81% vs 74%).
- •Mars Area SHS does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 79%).
- •Mars Area SHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.2% vs 38.9%).
- •Mars Area SHS does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 13.4).
- •Mars Area SHS is the larger school with 1,044 students compared with 1,042.
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 Sun Valley HS?
On the Success Index (US), Mars Area SHS ranks higher (92.1 vs 78.1 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 Sun Valley HS?
About 398 km in a straight line, between Mars and Aston in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mars Area SHS: 1,044. Sun Valley HS: 1,042. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mars Area SHS and Sun Valley HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Mars Area SHS is 5th of 618 and Sun Valley HS is 120th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).