The top reported proficiency rate is 79% in Science. The lowest is 51% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on North Hills Ms
North Hills Middle School is a regular public middle school serving grades six through eight in Pittsburgh's North Hills area. The school enrolls a moderately sized student population drawn primarily from surrounding residential neighborhoods in the district.
The student body is predominantly white, with smaller shares of Asian, Hispanic, and Black students. About a quarter of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating moderate economic diversity within the enrollment. The school does not report counts for students receiving special education services or English learner supports, so those figures are not available here.
On state assessments, North Hills MS shows mixed performance across subjects. In English language arts, proficiency is solid, with a substantial majority of tested students reaching proficiency. In science, proficiency is notably stronger, with a high share of students meeting standards. Mathematics is the softer area, with about half of tested students reaching proficiency, a gap worth understanding in more detail if the school is under consideration. Across all tested subjects, the school's overall proficiency sits above the midpoint among the county's districts, placing it in the middle-to-upper range of performance within Allegheny County.
The middle school restructuring that moved sixth grade from elementary into the middle school happened in 2020 across the North Hills School District, so parents with younger children should understand that this grade configuration is now in place.
The North Hills School District approved a real estate tax increase for the 2026-27 school year after holding taxes flat the prior year, a cost change worth noting for families living in the district's service area.
Housing values in the school's zip code have remained relatively stable, with median home prices in the low range compared to state benchmarks. Rental prices are modest by current standards. The local housing market shows moderate activity, with inventory levels and time-on-market consistent with a balanced market. Mortgage rates remain elevated.
Pittsburgh itself is a dense, neighborhood-driven city organized around a downtown cultural and civic core and surrounded by distinct residential areas shaped by topography and immigrant history. The immediate area around the school serves as a family-oriented suburban community within the city's footprint. Employment in the region centers on healthcare, education, banking and technology, with major employers like UPMC, the University of Pittsburgh and PNC Bank anchoring economic stability.
State assessment data is current through 2024-25 for English and math and through 2023-24 for science. Whether the school offers specialized programs, course sequences, or other enrichment opportunities was not available in the data reviewed. A parent interested in extracurricular offerings, advanced pathways, or specific support services would benefit from contacting the school directly.
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