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Northgate MSHS

Northgate SD · Allegheny County · 589 Union Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15202.0

(412)732-3300

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3/10
#500
Rank 500 out of 625
Top 80%
English Language Arts2/10 · #510 · 19th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #502 · 20th percentile
Science3/10 · #437 · 29th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Northgate MSHS sits in the Bellevue and Avalon area just northwest of Pittsburgh, a stretch of the Ohio River valley known for its tight-knit, working-class roots and strong community pride. Families here tend to be deeply rooted in the neighborhood, and the school reflects that same sense of local identity — particularly in areas like science, where students show relative strength compared to other subjects. It's a solid option for families who value a smaller, community-connected school experience over the bustle of larger suburban districts nearby.

Student Demographics

137 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
87 (64%)
African American
24 (18%)
Multiple Races
14 (10%)
Hispanic
10 (7%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners7 (5%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged69 (50%)
Students with Disabilities23 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

476
Enrollment
37.5
Teachers (FTE)
12.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

91.7%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

11
AP Courses
offered
6.4%
AP Participation
of students
29
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

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 Programs8/10 · #161 · 76th percentile

76 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found