Serving 715 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8's student population of 715 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 is 0.66, 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
#583 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
21%
14%
White
52%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
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 Colfax K-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 is ranked #583 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Colfax K-8?
715 students attend Pittsburgh Colfax K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Colfax K-8?
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 part of?
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 is part of Pittsburgh SD School District.
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