Serving 146 students in grades 6-8, Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8's student population of 146 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2266 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
55%
14%
White
22%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 is ranked #2266 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8is often viewed alongside schools like Bellevue Elementary School, Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8?
146 students attend Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 students are Black, 22% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 part of?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 is part of Pittsburgh SD School District.
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