What types of schools are available in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania?

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Q: How many schools are in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania?

There are 146 schools in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, serving 68,826 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Pittsburgh?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 146 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

146

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

68,826

Total Students

Across Pittsburgh

12.2:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

146 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)17 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)3 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,443 students at North Hills Hs.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 9:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

North Hills Hs

publichighGrade 9-12

53 Rochester Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15229

47 Chalfonte Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15229

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

55 Rochester Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15229

156 Peony Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15229

90 Houston Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237

8625 Peebles Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237

602 W Ingomar Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

1521 Ingomar Heights Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

200 Hillvue Lane, Pittsburgh, PA 15237

500 Cumberland Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237

721 California Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15202

589 Union Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15202

435 Lincoln Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15202

309 Collins Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15235

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

250 Aster St, Pittsburgh, PA 15235

1079 Jefferson Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15235

Pittsburgh Spring Hill K-5

publicelementaryPK-5

1351 Damas St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Pittsburgh Whittier K-5

publicelementaryK-5

150 Meridan St, Pittsburgh, PA 15211

Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12

publichighGrade 6-12

107 Thackeray St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Pittsburgh Miller K-5

publicelementaryPK-5

2055 Bedford Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is home to 146 schools serving over 68,826 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania?

There are 146 schools in Pittsburgh, serving 68,826 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Pittsburgh?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Pittsburgh include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Pittsburgh?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Pittsburgh is 12.2:1.

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