West Chester East HS vs West Chester Henderson HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
West Chester East HS
West Chester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,216 students
West Chester Henderson HS
West Chester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,444 students
| Measure | West Chester East HS West Chester, Pennsylvania | West Chester Henderson HS West Chester, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #41 of 618 | #30 of 618 |
| National rank | #472 of 16,910 | #403 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,216 | 1,444 |
| Enrollment | 1,216 | 1,444 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.1% | 21.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 84% |
| city | West Chester | West Chester |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (86.8 vs 87.6).
- •West Chester Henderson HS does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 86%).
- •West Chester Henderson HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.8% vs 24.1%).
- •West Chester East HS does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.2).
- •West Chester Henderson HS is the larger school with 1,444 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 West Chester East HS better than West Chester Henderson 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 West Chester East HS and West Chester Henderson HS?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between West Chester and West Chester in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
West Chester East HS: 1,216. West Chester Henderson HS: 1,444. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do West Chester East HS and West Chester Henderson HS rank in Pennsylvania?
West Chester East HS is 41st of 618 and West Chester Henderson HS is 30th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).