North Hills MS vs Northgate MSHS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Hills MS
Pittsburgh · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,127 students
Northgate MSHS
Pittsburgh · Public high · Grades 7–12
476 students
| Measure | North Hills MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Northgate MSHS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #97 of 521 | #486 of 618 |
| National rank | #1838 of 15,369 | #10553 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 1,127 | 476 |
| Enrollment | 1,127 | 476 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.4% | 95.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 35% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Hills MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.9 vs 41.7).
- •North Hills MS does better on math proficiency (53% vs 35%).
- •North Hills MS does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 56%).
- •North Hills MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.4% vs 95.8%).
- •Northgate MSHS does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.6).
- •North Hills MS is the larger school with 1,127 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 North Hills MS better than Northgate MSHS?
On the Success Index (US), North Hills MS ranks higher (77.9 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 North Hills MS and Northgate MSHS?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Hills MS: 1,127. Northgate MSHS: 476. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Hills MS and Northgate MSHS rank in Pennsylvania?
North Hills MS is 97th of 521 and Northgate MSHS is 486th of 618 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).