North Hills MS vs West View El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 685 m 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
West View El Sch
Pittsburgh · Public elementary · Grades K–5
446 students
| Measure | North Hills MS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | West View El Sch Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #97 of 521 | #297 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #1838 of 15,369 | #4573 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,127 | 446 |
| Enrollment | 1,127 | 446 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.4% | 37.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 67% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West View El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.8 vs 77.9).
- •West View El Sch does better on math proficiency (67% vs 53%).
- •West View El Sch does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 80%).
- •North Hills MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.4% vs 37.2%).
- •West View El Sch does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.6).
- •North Hills MS is the larger school with 1,127 students compared with 446.
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 West View El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), West View El Sch ranks higher (80.8 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 West View El Sch?
About 685 m in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Hills MS: 1,127. West View El Sch: 446. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Hills MS and West View El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
North Hills MS is 97th of 521 and West View El Sch is 297th of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).