Serving 1,433 students in grades 9-12, North Hills High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). 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 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- 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 High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Hills High School's student population of 1,433 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
Last Day of School
Sun. May 31, 2026
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
North Hills High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Hills High School is 0.29, 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
#880 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
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%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
84%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
60%
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 High School's ranking?
North Hills High School is ranked #880 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Hills High School often compared to?
North Hills 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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 High School?
The graduation rate of North Hills High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Hills High School?
1,433 students attend North Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of North Hills High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Hills High School?
North Hills 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 High School offer ?
North Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Hills High School part of?
North Hills High School is part of North Hills School District.
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