Best Public Schools in Pittsburgh, PA


Summary:

The city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is home to 145 schools, including 89 elementary schools, 24 middle schools, 25 high schools, and 7 alternative schools, serving students across a range of districts and educational environments.

The data reveals a stark divide in academic performance, with standout schools like Mt Lebanon Senior High School, Upper Saint Clair High School, and Fox Chapel Area High School ranking among the top in the state and boasting exceptional graduation rates, test scores, and other metrics. In contrast, many schools in the Pittsburgh School District struggle with low performance, high poverty levels, and other challenges common to urban school systems.

The data also highlights the importance of district-level factors, with the high-performing Mt Lebanon School District and Fox Chapel Area School District producing multiple standout schools, while the lower-ranked Pittsburgh School District struggles to deliver consistent academic excellence across its schools. Overall, the data paints a complex picture of educational equity in Pittsburgh, with pockets of excellence coexisting alongside significant challenges in ensuring all students have access to high-quality learning opportunities.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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