Serving 2,666 students in grades 9-12, North Allegheny High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (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 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Allegheny High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Allegheny High School's student population of 2,666 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 199 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
199 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Allegheny 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 North Allegheny High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#22 out of 2733 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
74%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Allegheny High School's ranking?
North Allegheny High School is ranked #22 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Allegheny High School often compared to?
North Allegheny High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine-richland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% 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 North Allegheny High School?
The graduation rate of North Allegheny High School is 97%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Allegheny High School?
2,666 students attend North Allegheny High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of North Allegheny High School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Allegheny High School?
North Allegheny High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Allegheny High School offer ?
North Allegheny High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Allegheny High School part of?
North Allegheny High School is part of North Allegheny School District.
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