Northgate MSHS vs Pittsburgh Perry HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.8 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
Pittsburgh Perry HS
Pittsburgh · Public high · Grades 9–12
430 students
| Measure | Northgate MSHS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Pittsburgh Perry HS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #486 of 618 | #551 of 618 |
| National rank | #10553 of 16,910 | #14312 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 476 | 430 |
| Enrollment | 476 | 430 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.8% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 22% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northgate MSHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 25.4).
- •Northgate MSHS does better on math proficiency (35% vs 22%).
- •Northgate MSHS does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 32%).
- •Northgate MSHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.8% vs 99.5%).
- •Pittsburgh Perry HS does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 12.5).
- •Northgate MSHS is the larger school with 476 students compared with 430.
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 Pittsburgh Perry HS?
On the Success Index (US), Northgate MSHS ranks higher (41.7 vs 25.4 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 Pittsburgh Perry HS?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northgate MSHS: 476. Pittsburgh Perry HS: 430. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northgate MSHS and Pittsburgh Perry HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Northgate MSHS is 486th of 618 and Pittsburgh Perry HS is 551st of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).