North Hills HS vs West Chester Henderson HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 381 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Hills HS
Pittsburgh · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,443 students
West Chester Henderson HS
West Chester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,444 students
| Measure | North Hills HS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | West Chester Henderson HS West Chester, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #77 of 618 | #30 of 618 |
| National rank | #935 of 16,910 | #403 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,443 | 1,444 |
| Enrollment | 1,443 | 1,444 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.3% | 21.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 84% |
| city | Pittsburgh | West Chester |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Chester Henderson HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.6 vs 82.6).
- •West Chester Henderson HS does better on math proficiency (84% vs 79%).
- •West Chester Henderson HS does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •West Chester Henderson HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.8% vs 30.3%).
- •West Chester Henderson HS does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.7).
- •West Chester Henderson HS is the larger school with 1,444 students compared with 1,443.
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 North Hills HS better than West Chester Henderson HS?
On the Success Index (US), West Chester Henderson HS ranks higher (87.6 vs 82.6 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 North Hills HS and West Chester Henderson HS?
About 381 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and West Chester in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Hills HS: 1,443. West Chester Henderson HS: 1,444. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Hills HS and West Chester Henderson HS rank in Pennsylvania?
North Hills HS is 77th of 618 and West Chester Henderson HS is 30th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).