Avonworth HS vs Highcliff El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Avonworth HS
Pittsburgh · Public high · Grades 9–12
579 students
Highcliff El Sch
Pittsburgh · Public elementary · Grades K–5
519 students
| Measure | Avonworth HS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Highcliff El Sch Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #38 of 618 | #174 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #442 of 16,910 | #2256 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 579 | 519 |
| Enrollment | 579 | 519 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.2% | 31.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 69% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Avonworth HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.0 vs 85.4).
- •Highcliff El Sch does better on math proficiency (69% vs 67%).
- •Avonworth HS does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 80%).
- •Avonworth HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.2% vs 31.6%).
- •Avonworth HS does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 11.8).
- •Avonworth HS is the larger school with 579 students compared with 519.
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 Avonworth HS better than Highcliff El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Avonworth HS ranks higher (87.0 vs 85.4 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 Avonworth HS and Highcliff El Sch?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Avonworth HS: 579. Highcliff El Sch: 519. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Avonworth HS and Highcliff El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Avonworth HS is 38th of 618 and Highcliff El Sch is 174th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).