Reading SHS vs Upper Darby SHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 69 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Reading SHS
Reading · Public high · Grades 9–12
4,879 students
Upper Darby SHS
Drexel Hill · Public high · Grades 9–12
4,187 students
| Measure | Reading SHS Reading, Pennsylvania | Upper Darby SHS Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #541 of 618 | #485 of 618 |
| National rank | #13869 of 16,910 | #10530 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 4,879 | 4,187 |
| Enrollment | 4,879 | 4,187 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 101.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 49% |
| city | Reading | Drexel Hill |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Upper Darby SHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.8 vs 27.5).
- •Upper Darby SHS does better on math proficiency (49% vs 33%).
- •Upper Darby SHS does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 45%).
- •Reading SHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.3% vs 101.1%).
- •Upper Darby SHS does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 19.8).
- •Reading SHS is the larger school with 4,879 students compared with 4,187.
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 Reading SHS better than Upper Darby SHS?
On the Success Index (US), Upper Darby SHS ranks higher (41.8 vs 27.5 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 Reading SHS and Upper Darby SHS?
About 69 km in a straight line, between Reading and Drexel Hill in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Reading SHS: 4,879. Upper Darby SHS: 4,187. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Reading SHS and Upper Darby SHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Reading SHS is 541st of 618 and Upper Darby SHS is 485th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).