Taylor Allderdice High School is a public high school in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The school was established in 1927 and is part of the Pittsburgh Public Schools district.
Serving 1,294 students in grades 9-12, Pittsburgh Allderdice High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School's student population of 1,294 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Year Founded
1927
Colors
White, Black, Green
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Allderdice High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#361 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
33%
14%
White
47%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Allderdice High School's ranking?
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School is ranked #361 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Allderdice High School?
The graduation rate of Pittsburgh Allderdice High School is 91%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Allderdice High School?
1,294 students attend Pittsburgh Allderdice High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Pittsburgh Allderdice High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Allderdice High School?
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Allderdice High School offer ?
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Allderdice High School part of?
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Allderdice High School located?
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School is located in the Squirrel Hill South neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Squirrel Hill South.
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