North Hills MS vs Shaler Area HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.4 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
Shaler Area HS
Pittsburgh · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,160 students
| Measure | North Hills MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Shaler Area HS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #97 of 521 | #98 of 618 |
| National rank | #1838 of 15,369 | #1287 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,127 | 1,160 |
| Enrollment | 1,127 | 1,160 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.4% | 35.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 67% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shaler Area HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.9 vs 77.9).
- •Shaler Area HS does better on math proficiency (67% vs 53%).
- •North Hills MS does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 78%).
- •North Hills MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.4% vs 35.3%).
- •Shaler Area HS does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 14.6).
- •Shaler Area HS is the larger school with 1,160 students compared with 1,127.
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 Shaler Area HS?
On the Success Index (US), Shaler Area HS ranks higher (79.9 vs 77.9 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 Shaler Area HS?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Hills MS: 1,127. Shaler Area HS: 1,160. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Hills MS and Shaler Area HS rank in Pennsylvania?
North Hills MS is 97th of 521 and Shaler Area HS is 98th of 618 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).