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High Schools in Pittsburgh School District


At a glance
DistrictPittsburgh School District450th of 606 Pennsylvania districtsFull district overview →
9
Schools
6,218
Students
1
5-star school
Top rankedPittsburgh Science and Technology Academy 6-1236th of 681 Pennsylvania high schools
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Biggest riser
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School up 54 spots statewide this year
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Smallest classes
Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12 8.9 students per teacher
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Summary:

The Pittsburgh School District is home to 9 high schools serving grades 6-12, with student populations ranging from 315 to 1,294. The district's high schools exhibit a wide range of academic performance, with some schools ranking among the top in the state and others performing below average.

The standout schools in the district are Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy 6-12, which ranks 36th out of 681 Pennsylvania high schools, and Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12, which ranks 103rd. These schools have strong academic performance, with high proficiency rates in core subjects. Pittsburgh Allderdice High School also performs above the district and state averages, despite not being the highest-ranked school in the district.

While the district's high schools share a 100% free and reduced lunch rate, indicating significant economic challenges, the data reveals stark differences in academic performance. Schools with higher spending per student, such as the top-performing Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy 6-12 and Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12, tend to have stronger academic outcomes. This suggests that increased funding and resources may contribute to better educational opportunities for students in the Pittsburgh School District.

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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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