Highlands MS vs Highlands SHS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 502 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highlands MS
Natrona Heights · Public middle · Grades 5–8
575 students
Highlands SHS
Natrona Heights · Public high · Grades 9–12
665 students
| Measure | Highlands MS Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania | Highlands SHS Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #391 of 521 | #396 of 618 |
| National rank | #9510 of 15,369 | #7291 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 575 | 665 |
| Enrollment | 575 | 665 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 103.7% | 106.9% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 62% |
| city | Natrona Heights | Natrona Heights |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highlands SHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.1 vs 41.4).
- •Highlands SHS does better on math proficiency (62% vs 32%).
- •Highlands SHS does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 54%).
- •Highlands MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (103.7% vs 106.9%).
- •Highlands MS does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 14.5).
- •Highlands SHS is the larger school with 665 students compared with 575.
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 Highlands MS better than Highlands SHS?
On the Success Index (US), Highlands SHS ranks higher (54.1 vs 41.4 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 Highlands MS and Highlands SHS?
About 502 m in a straight line, between Natrona Heights and Natrona Heights in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highlands MS: 575. Highlands SHS: 665. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highlands MS and Highlands SHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Highlands MS is 391st of 521 and Highlands SHS is 396th of 618 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).