Pittsburgh School District


Summary:

The Pittsburgh School District consists of 56 schools, including 36 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, 9 high schools, and 4 alternative schools, serving students from pre-K through 12th grade.

Several schools in the district stand out for their exceptional performance. Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 is consistently ranked among the top schools in Pennsylvania, with high proficiency rates on state assessments and a strong 87.9% four-year graduation rate. Similarly, Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy 6-12 is ranked 36th out of 681 Pennsylvania high schools, with exceptional results on Keystone Exams. At the elementary level, Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 and Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 are standout performers, with high proficiency rates in both Math and English Language Arts.

However, the data also reveals significant disparities in academic achievement across the district. While some schools excel, many others struggle to meet state standards, with proficiency rates well below the state averages. This suggests that addressing the underlying factors, such as socioeconomic challenges, and implementing successful models from the top-performing schools could be key strategies for improving outcomes across the Pittsburgh School District.

District Detail

 341 S Bellefield Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3552

 (412) 529-3500

SchoolDigger Rank:
450th of 606 Pennsylvania districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 19,211

Primary Schools: 34
Middle Schools: 7
High Schools: 9
Alternative Schools: 4
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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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