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Highcliff Elementary School

North Hills SD · Allegheny County · 156 Peony Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15229.0

(412)318-1582

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8/10
#330
Rank 330 out of 1,545
Top 21%
English Language Arts9/10 · #305 · 80th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #406 · 74th percentile
Science8/10 · #309 · 78th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Tucked into the North Hills suburbs just north of Pittsburgh, Highcliff Elementary sits in a family-friendly pocket of Allegheny County where tree-lined streets and a tight-knit community feel make it easy to put down roots. The school performs solidly across the board, with English scores being a particular strength, making it a good fit for families who want a well-rounded public school experience without the intensity of the most competitive districts. North Hills as a whole has a reputation for being a stable, approachable district, and Highcliff reflects that — a dependable neighborhood school in a part of Pittsburgh's suburbs that tends to fly under the radar in the best way.

Student Demographics

270 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
219 (81%)
Multiple Races
23 (9%)
Hispanic
15 (6%)
African American
13 (5%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged75 (28%)
Students with Disabilities53 (20%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

519
Enrollment
37.9
Teachers (FTE)
13.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs7/10 · #582 · 63rd percentile

74 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found