Pennsylvaniaโ€บAllegheny Countyโ€บPittsburgh

Best Schools in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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๐ŸŽฏ Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)4 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
๐Ÿ’ก Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • โœ“0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • โœ“Largest student enrollment is 1,269 students at Upper Saint Clair Hs.
  • โœ“Best student-teacher ratio is 12:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
๐Ÿ† Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

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.

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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.