Muhlenberg HS vs Penn Trafford HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 316 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Muhlenberg HS
Reading · Public high · Grades 10–12
1,166 students
Penn Trafford HS
Harrison City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,167 students
| Measure | Muhlenberg HS Reading, Pennsylvania | Penn Trafford HS Harrison City, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank | #470 of 618 | #67 of 618 |
| National rank | #9842 of 16,910 | #785 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,166 | 1,167 |
| Enrollment | 1,166 | 1,167 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.3% | 25% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 94% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 89% |
| city | Reading | Harrison City |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Penn Trafford HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.8 vs 44.4).
- •Penn Trafford HS does better on math proficiency (89% vs 52%).
- •Penn Trafford HS does better on reading proficiency (94% vs 63%).
- •Penn Trafford HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25% vs 100.3%).
- •Penn Trafford HS is the larger school with 1,167 students compared with 1,166.
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 Muhlenberg HS better than Penn Trafford HS?
On the Success Index (US), Penn Trafford HS ranks higher (83.8 vs 44.4 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 Muhlenberg HS and Penn Trafford HS?
About 316 km in a straight line, between Reading and Harrison City in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Muhlenberg HS: 1,166. Penn Trafford HS: 1,167. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Muhlenberg HS and Penn Trafford HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Muhlenberg HS is 470th of 618 and Penn Trafford HS is 67th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).