The Arsenal School is a historic school building in the Lower Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It houses both a middle school, Arsenal 6–8, and an elementary school, Arsenal PreK–5, operated by Pittsburgh Public Schools.
Serving 148 students in grades 6-8, Pittsburgh Arsenal 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8's student population of 148 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
148 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Arsenal 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 Arsenal 6-8 is 0.67, 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
#2138 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
22%
16%
Black
51%
14%
White
12%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 is ranked #2138 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8is often viewed alongside schools like Bellevue Elementary School, Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8?
148 students attend Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 part of?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 located?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 is located in the Lower Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lower Lawrenceville.
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