Norwin High School is a public high school located in North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, with a current enrollment of approximately 1,600 students in grades 9-12. It enrolls students from North Huntingdon, Irwin, and North Irwin and is part of the Norwin School District.
Serving 1,712 students in grades 9-12, Norwin High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norwin 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
Norwin High School's student population of 1,712 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Norwin High School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwin High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9 out of 2733 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwin High School's ranking?
Norwin High School is ranked #9 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Norwin High School often compared to?
Norwin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hempfield Area Sr. High School, Penn Trafford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Norwin High School?
The graduation rate of Norwin High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Norwin High School?
1,712 students attend Norwin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Norwin High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norwin High School?
Norwin High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Norwin High School offer ?
Norwin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norwin High School part of?
Norwin High School is part of Norwin School District.
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