Serving 1,228 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Penn Hills Elementary School 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 19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Penn Hills El Sch serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire district of approximately 19.4 square miles in Pittsburgh, PA, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5-10 minutes and an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 4.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Penn Hills Elementary School's student population of 1,228 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Penn Hills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penn Hills Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2340 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
57%
14%
White
23%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Penn Hills Elementary School is ranked #2340 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Penn Hills Elementary School?
1,228 students attend Penn Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Penn Hills Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Penn Hills Elementary School?
Penn Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penn Hills Elementary School offer ?
Penn Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Penn Hills Elementary School part of?
Penn Hills Elementary School is part of Penn Hills School District.
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