Avonworth HS vs Northgate MSHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.4 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
Northgate MSHS
Pittsburgh · Public high · Grades 7–12
476 students
| Measure | Avonworth HS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Northgate MSHS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #38 of 618 | #486 of 618 |
| National rank | #442 of 16,910 | #10553 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 579 | 476 |
| Enrollment | 579 | 476 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.2% | 95.8% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 35% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Avonworth HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.0 vs 41.7).
- •Avonworth HS does better on math proficiency (67% vs 35%).
- •Avonworth HS does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 56%).
- •Avonworth HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.2% vs 95.8%).
- •Avonworth HS does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 12.5).
- •Avonworth HS is the larger school with 579 students compared with 476.
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 Northgate MSHS?
On the Success Index (US), Avonworth HS ranks higher (87.0 vs 41.7 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 Northgate MSHS?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Avonworth HS: 579. Northgate MSHS: 476. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Avonworth HS and Northgate MSHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Avonworth HS is 38th of 618 and Northgate MSHS is 486th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).