Palisades HS vs South Allegheny HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 396 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palisades HS
Kintnersville · Public high · Grades 9–12
465 students
South Allegheny HS
McKeesport · Public high · Grades 9–12
464 students
| Measure | Palisades HS Kintnersville, Pennsylvania | South Allegheny HS McKeesport, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 618 | #582 of 618 |
| National rank | #676 of 16,910 | #15711 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 465 | 464 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 464 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.5% | 101.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | – |
| Math proficiency | 77% | – |
| city | Kintnersville | McKeesport |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palisades HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.6 vs 17.4).
- •Palisades HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.5% vs 101.7%).
- •Palisades HS does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 15.5).
- •Palisades HS is the larger school with 465 students compared with 464.
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 Palisades HS better than South Allegheny HS?
On the Success Index (US), Palisades HS ranks higher (84.6 vs 17.4 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 Palisades HS and South Allegheny HS?
About 396 km in a straight line, between Kintnersville and McKeesport in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palisades HS: 465. South Allegheny HS: 464. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palisades HS and South Allegheny HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Palisades HS is 56th of 618 and South Allegheny HS is 582nd of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).