Northwestern Lehigh HS vs Waynesburg Central JSHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 385 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwestern Lehigh HS
New Tripoli · Public high · Grades 9–12
658 students
Waynesburg Central JSHS
Waynesburg · Public high · Grades 7–12
661 students
| Measure | Northwestern Lehigh HS New Tripoli, Pennsylvania | Waynesburg Central JSHS Waynesburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #31 of 618 | #187 of 618 |
| National rank | #410 of 16,910 | #2524 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 658 | 661 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 661 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.1% | 55.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 72% |
| city | New Tripoli | Waynesburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwestern Lehigh HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.5 vs 73.3).
- •Northwestern Lehigh HS does better on math proficiency (87% vs 72%).
- •Northwestern Lehigh HS does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 77%).
- •Northwestern Lehigh HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.1% vs 55.1%).
- •Waynesburg Central JSHS does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.9).
- •Waynesburg Central JSHS is the larger school with 661 students compared with 658.
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 Northwestern Lehigh HS better than Waynesburg Central JSHS?
On the Success Index (US), Northwestern Lehigh HS ranks higher (87.5 vs 73.3 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 Northwestern Lehigh HS and Waynesburg Central JSHS?
About 385 km in a straight line, between New Tripoli and Waynesburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwestern Lehigh HS: 658. Waynesburg Central JSHS: 661. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwestern Lehigh HS and Waynesburg Central JSHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Northwestern Lehigh HS is 31st of 618 and Waynesburg Central JSHS is 187th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).