Moon Area SHS vs West Chester East HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 399 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Moon Area SHS
Moon Township · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,211 students
West Chester East HS
West Chester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,216 students
| Measure | Moon Area SHS Moon Township, Pennsylvania | West Chester East HS West Chester, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #64 of 618 | #41 of 618 |
| National rank | #728 of 16,910 | #472 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,211 | 1,216 |
| Enrollment | 1,211 | 1,216 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.2% | 24.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 84% |
| city | Moon Township | West Chester |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Chester East HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.8 vs 84.2).
- •West Chester East HS does better on math proficiency (84% vs 81%).
- •Moon Area SHS does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 86%).
- •West Chester East HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.1% vs 29.2%).
- •West Chester East HS does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.9).
- •West Chester East HS is the larger school with 1,216 students compared with 1,211.
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 Moon Area SHS better than West Chester East HS?
On the Success Index (US), West Chester East HS ranks higher (86.8 vs 84.2 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 Moon Area SHS and West Chester East HS?
About 399 km in a straight line, between Moon Township and West Chester in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Moon Area SHS: 1,211. West Chester East HS: 1,216. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Moon Area SHS and West Chester East HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Moon Area SHS is 64th of 618 and West Chester East HS is 41st of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).