Martin Sch vs Valley JSHS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Martin Sch
New Kensington · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
147 students
Valley JSHS
New Kensington · Public high · Grades 7–12
905 students
| Measure | Martin Sch New Kensington, Pennsylvania | Valley JSHS New Kensington, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1417 of 1,627 | #558 of 618 |
| National rank | #43740 of 50,301 | #14847 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–K | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 147 | 905 |
| Enrollment | 147 | 905 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 112.2% | 97.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 43% |
| Math proficiency | – | 15% |
| city | New Kensington | New Kensington |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (21.8 vs 22.6).
- •Valley JSHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.8% vs 112.2%).
- •Martin Sch does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.3).
- •Valley JSHS is the larger school with 905 students compared with 147.
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 Martin Sch better than Valley JSHS?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Martin Sch and Valley JSHS?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between New Kensington and New Kensington in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Martin Sch: 147. Valley JSHS: 905. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Martin Sch and Valley JSHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Martin Sch is 1417th of 1,627 and Valley JSHS is 558th of 618 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).