Serving 179 students in grades 6-8, Pittsburgh Allegheny 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8's student population of 179 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 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 Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 is 0.38, which is less 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
#2384 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
78%
14%
White
9%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 is ranked #2384 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8, Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8?
179 students attend Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 students are Black, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8?
Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 part of?
Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 located?
Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 is located in the Allegheny Center neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Allegheny Center.
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