Serving 1,383 students in grades 9-12, North Hills Sr. High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Hills Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Hills Sr. High School's student population of 1,383 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Hills Sr. High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Hills Sr. High School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#215 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
5%
14%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Hills Sr. High School's ranking?
North Hills Sr. High School is ranked #215 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Hills Sr. High School often compared to?
North Hills Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Allegheny High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Hills Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of North Hills Sr. High School is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Hills Sr. High School?
1,383 students attend North Hills Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of North Hills Sr. High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Hills Sr. High School?
North Hills Sr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Hills Sr. High School offer ?
North Hills Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Hills Sr. High School part of?
North Hills Sr. High School is part of North Hills School District.
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