South Park SHS vs Thomas Jefferson HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Park SHS
South Park · Public high · Grades 9–12
553 students
Thomas Jefferson HS
Jefferson Hills · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,041 students
| Measure | South Park SHS South Park, Pennsylvania | Thomas Jefferson HS Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 5% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #70 of 618 | #57 of 618 |
| National rank | #804 of 16,910 | #677 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 553 | 1,041 |
| Enrollment | 553 | 1,041 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30% | 23.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 90% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 80% |
| city | South Park | Jefferson Hills |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (83.7 vs 84.6).
- •South Park SHS does better on math proficiency (82% vs 80%).
- •Thomas Jefferson HS does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 82%).
- •Thomas Jefferson HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.9% vs 30%).
- •South Park SHS does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.1).
- •Thomas Jefferson HS is the larger school with 1,041 students compared with 553.
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 South Park SHS better than Thomas Jefferson 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 South Park SHS and Thomas Jefferson HS?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between South Park and Jefferson Hills in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Park SHS: 553. Thomas Jefferson HS: 1,041. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Park SHS and Thomas Jefferson HS rank in Pennsylvania?
South Park SHS is 70th of 618 and Thomas Jefferson HS is 57th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).