Northgate MSHS vs Pen Argyl Area HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 406 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northgate MSHS
Pittsburgh · Public high · Grades 7–12
476 students
Pen Argyl Area HS
Pen Argyl · Public high · Grades 9–12
475 students
| Measure | Northgate MSHS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Pen Argyl Area HS Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #486 of 618 | #202 of 618 |
| National rank | #10553 of 16,910 | #2789 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 476 | 475 |
| Enrollment | 476 | 475 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.8% | 48.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 67% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pen Argyl |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pen Argyl Area HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.1 vs 41.7).
- •Pen Argyl Area HS does better on math proficiency (67% vs 35%).
- •Pen Argyl Area HS does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 56%).
- •Pen Argyl Area HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.6% vs 95.8%).
- •Northgate MSHS does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.6).
- •Northgate MSHS is the larger school with 476 students compared with 475.
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 Northgate MSHS better than Pen Argyl Area HS?
On the Success Index (US), Pen Argyl Area HS ranks higher (72.1 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 Northgate MSHS and Pen Argyl Area HS?
About 406 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pen Argyl in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northgate MSHS: 476. Pen Argyl Area HS: 475. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northgate MSHS and Pen Argyl Area HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Northgate MSHS is 486th of 618 and Pen Argyl Area HS is 202nd of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).