Plum SHS vs West Chester East HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 361 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Plum SHS
Plum · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,220 students
West Chester East HS
West Chester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,216 students
| Measure | Plum SHS Plum, Pennsylvania | West Chester East HS West Chester, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #142 of 618 | #41 of 618 |
| National rank | #1811 of 16,910 | #472 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,220 | 1,216 |
| Enrollment | 1,220 | 1,216 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.8% | 24.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 84% |
| city | Plum | West Chester |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Chester East HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.8 vs 76.7).
- •West Chester East HS does better on math proficiency (84% vs 74%).
- •West Chester East HS does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 83%).
- •West Chester East HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.1% vs 31.8%).
- •West Chester East HS does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 17.7).
- •Plum SHS is the larger school with 1,220 students compared with 1,216.
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 Plum SHS better than West Chester East HS?
On the Success Index (US), West Chester East HS ranks higher (86.8 vs 76.7 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 Plum SHS and West Chester East HS?
About 361 km in a straight line, between Plum and West Chester in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Plum SHS: 1,220. West Chester East HS: 1,216. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Plum SHS and West Chester East HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Plum SHS is 142nd of 618 and West Chester East HS is 41st of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).