Perkiomen Valley HS vs South El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Perkiomen Valley HS
Collegeville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,616 students
South El Sch
Trappe · Public elementary · Grades K–5
459 students
| Measure | Perkiomen Valley HS Collegeville, Pennsylvania | South El Sch Trappe, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #32 of 618 | #135 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #414 of 16,910 | #1800 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,616 | 459 |
| Enrollment | 1,616 | 459 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.1% | 26.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 91% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 71% |
| city | Collegeville | Trappe |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (87.4 vs 86.6).
- •Perkiomen Valley HS does better on math proficiency (81% vs 71%).
- •Perkiomen Valley HS does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 82%).
- •Perkiomen Valley HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.1% vs 26.6%).
- •South El Sch does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.4).
- •Perkiomen Valley HS is the larger school with 1,616 students compared with 459.
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 Perkiomen Valley HS better than South El Sch?
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 Perkiomen Valley HS and South El Sch?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Collegeville and Trappe in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Perkiomen Valley HS: 1,616. South El Sch: 459. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Perkiomen Valley HS and South El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Perkiomen Valley HS is 32nd of 618 and South El Sch is 135th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).