Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Banksville 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 25-29% (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 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 serves the southwest part of Pittsburgh, PA, covering approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5's student population of 322 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Banksville 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 Banksville K-5 is 0.75, 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
#2100 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
33%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
3%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Banksville K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 is ranked #2100 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Concord K-5, Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5, Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Banksville K-5?
322 students attend Pittsburgh Banksville K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Banksville K-5?
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 is located in the Banksville neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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