Penncrest HS vs Strath Haven HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 6.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Penncrest HS
Media · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,255 students
Strath Haven HS
Wallingford · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,175 students
| Measure | Penncrest HS Media, Pennsylvania | Strath Haven HS Wallingford, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #35 of 618 | #37 of 618 |
| National rank | #432 of 16,910 | #434 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,255 | 1,175 |
| Enrollment | 1,255 | 1,175 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.7% | 20.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 79% |
| city | Media | Wallingford |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (87.2 vs 87.2).
- •Penncrest HS does better on math proficiency (82% vs 79%).
- •Strath Haven HS does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 86%).
- •Penncrest HS does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.4).
- •Penncrest HS is the larger school with 1,255 students compared with 1,175.
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 Penncrest HS better than Strath Haven HS?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Penncrest HS and Strath Haven HS?
About 6.0 km in a straight line, between Media and Wallingford in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Penncrest HS: 1,255. Strath Haven HS: 1,175. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Penncrest HS and Strath Haven HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Penncrest HS is 35th of 618 and Strath Haven HS is 37th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).