Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 serves the northeast part of its school district, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest boundary being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5's student population of 331 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 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 K-5 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
#2301 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
50%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
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 K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 is ranked #2301 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5?
331 students attend Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5?
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 is located in the Lower Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lower Lawrenceville.
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