Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pittsburgh Carmalt K-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 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 57.6 square miles in Pittsburgh, PA. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8's student population of 547 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Carmalt K-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 Carmalt K-8 is 0.69, 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
#2041 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
40%
14%
White
37%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 is ranked #2041 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5, Pittsburgh Brookline K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8?
547 students attend Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 students are Black, 37% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8?
Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 part of?
Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 located?
Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 is located in the Overbrook neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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