McGuffey HS vs Washington HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 10 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McGuffey HS
Claysville · Public high · Grades 9–12
494 students
Washington HS
Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
387 students
| Measure | McGuffey HS Claysville, Pennsylvania | Washington HS Washington, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #147 of 618 | #426 of 618 |
| National rank | #1942 of 16,910 | #8296 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 494 | 387 |
| Enrollment | 494 | 387 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.1% | 100.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 52% |
| city | Claysville | Washington |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McGuffey HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.0 vs 50.4).
- •McGuffey HS does better on math proficiency (67% vs 52%).
- •McGuffey HS does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 62%).
- •McGuffey HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.1% vs 100.8%).
- •Washington HS does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.0).
- •McGuffey HS is the larger school with 494 students compared with 387.
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 McGuffey HS better than Washington HS?
On the Success Index (US), McGuffey HS ranks higher (76.0 vs 50.4 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 McGuffey HS and Washington HS?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Claysville and Washington in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McGuffey HS: 494. Washington HS: 387. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McGuffey HS and Washington HS rank in Pennsylvania?
McGuffey HS is 147th of 618 and Washington HS is 426th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).