Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 school serves the southwest part of its district, encompassing an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families typically can reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5's student population of 360 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1908
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Beechwood 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 Beechwood K-5 is 0.73, 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
#1739 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 26-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 Beechwood K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 is ranked #1739 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Brookline K-8, Pittsburgh Banksville K-5, Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5?
360 students attend Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5?
Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 is located in the Beechview neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Beechview.
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