Serving 572 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 ranks in the top 50% 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 49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 57.6 square miles in Pittsburgh, PA. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5's student population of 572 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 is 0.63, 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
#1131 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 is ranked #1131 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5?
572 students attend Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 students are Black, 32% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5?
Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 is located in the Allegheny Center neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Allegheny Center.
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