Avon Grove MS vs North Hills MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 366 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Avon Grove MS
West Grove · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,131 students
North Hills MS
Pittsburgh · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,127 students
| Measure | Avon Grove MS West Grove, Pennsylvania | North Hills MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #111 of 521 | #97 of 521 |
| National rank | #2217 of 15,369 | #1838 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,131 | 1,127 |
| Enrollment | 1,131 | 1,127 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.2% | 26.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 53% |
| city | West Grove | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Hills MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.9 vs 75.8).
- •Avon Grove MS does better on math proficiency (58% vs 53%).
- •North Hills MS does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 71%).
- •North Hills MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.4% vs 31.2%).
- •North Hills MS does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 14.9).
- •Avon Grove MS is the larger school with 1,131 students compared with 1,127.
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 Avon Grove MS better than North Hills MS?
On the Success Index (US), North Hills MS ranks higher (77.9 vs 75.8 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 Avon Grove MS and North Hills MS?
About 366 km in a straight line, between West Grove and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Avon Grove MS: 1,131. North Hills MS: 1,127. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Avon Grove MS and North Hills MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Avon Grove MS is 111th of 521 and North Hills MS is 97th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).