Shaler Area HS vs Spring Grove Area HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 272 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Shaler Area HS
Pittsburgh · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,160 students
Spring Grove Area HS
Spring Grove · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,163 students
| Measure | Shaler Area HS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Spring Grove Area HS Spring Grove, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #98 of 618 | #92 of 618 |
| National rank | #1287 of 16,910 | #1252 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,160 | 1,163 |
| Enrollment | 1,160 | 1,163 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.3% | 38.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 82% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Spring Grove |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.9 vs 80.1).
- •Spring Grove Area HS does better on math proficiency (82% vs 67%).
- •Spring Grove Area HS does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 78%).
- •Shaler Area HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.3% vs 38.9%).
- •Shaler Area HS does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 14.4).
- •Spring Grove Area HS is the larger school with 1,163 students compared with 1,160.
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 Shaler Area HS better than Spring Grove Area 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 Shaler Area HS and Spring Grove Area HS?
About 272 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Spring Grove in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Shaler Area HS: 1,160. Spring Grove Area HS: 1,163. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Shaler Area HS and Spring Grove Area HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Shaler Area HS is 98th of 618 and Spring Grove Area HS is 92nd of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).