Serving 341 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 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 36%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5's student population of 341 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2031 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
31%
14%
Black
23%
14%
White
30%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
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 #2031 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 Banksville K-5, Pittsburgh Montessori K-5, Pittsburgh Brookline K-8 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 36% 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?
341 students attend Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5?
Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 has a student ration of 11:1, 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
What school district is Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 is part of Pittsburgh SD 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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