North Hills High School is a suburban high school located in Ross Township, a northern suburb of Pittsburgh. It serves students in grades 9–12 in the North Hills School District. North Hills High School’s mascot is the Indian, with red and white as the school colors.
Serving 1,127 students in grades 6-8, North Hills Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Hills Middle School's student population of 1,127 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,127 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Hills Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Hills Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#611 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
82%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Hills Middle School's ranking?
North Hills Middle School is ranked #611 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% 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).
How many students attend North Hills Middle School?
1,127 students attend North Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of North Hills Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Hills Middle School?
North Hills Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Hills Middle School offer ?
North Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Hills Middle School part of?
North Hills Middle School is part of North Hills School District.
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