North Penn SHS vs York Avenue El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Penn SHS
Lansdale · Public high · Grades 10–12
3,165 students
York Avenue El Sch
Lansdale · Public elementary · Grades K–6
291 students
| Measure | North Penn SHS Lansdale, Pennsylvania | York Avenue El Sch Lansdale, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #95 of 618 | #277 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #1267 of 16,910 | #4031 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 3,165 | 291 |
| Enrollment | 3,165 | 291 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.2% | 34.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 62% |
| city | Lansdale | Lansdale |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •York Avenue El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.8 vs 80.0).
- •North Penn SHS does better on math proficiency (78% vs 62%).
- •North Penn SHS does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 77%).
- •York Avenue El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.4% vs 36.2%).
- •York Avenue El Sch does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 14.4).
- •North Penn SHS is the larger school with 3,165 students compared with 291.
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 North Penn SHS better than York Avenue El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), York Avenue El Sch ranks higher (81.8 vs 80.0 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 North Penn SHS and York Avenue El Sch?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Lansdale and Lansdale in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Penn SHS: 3,165. York Avenue El Sch: 291. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Penn SHS and York Avenue El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
North Penn SHS is 95th of 618 and York Avenue El Sch is 277th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).