Pittsburgh Obama 6-12

515 N. Highland Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 832 students in grades 6-12, Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 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 14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 832 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Pittsburgh Obama 6-12's student population of 832 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
832 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
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School Rankings

Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 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 Obama 6-12 is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (PA)
#2051 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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14%
38%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
41%
55%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
3%
14%
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Black
71%
14%
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White
18%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in PA.
0.46
This chart display the diversity score of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 and the public school average diversity score of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
≥95%
87%
This chart display graduation rate of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 and public school graduation rate of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
3%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2015-16 school year data.
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 Obama 6-12's ranking?
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 is ranked #2051 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12?
The graduation rate of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Obama 6-12?
832 students attend Pittsburgh Obama 6-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 students are Black, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12?
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 offer ?
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 part of?
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 is part of Pittsburgh SD School District.

School Reviews

5   8/12/2018
Great school, haven't had any major problems in my five years attending. Highly recommended to those who want a diverse school that prepares it's students for higher education and has an extremely well-rounded choice of classes.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - DTV

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 832 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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