Serving 638 students in grades 9-12, Pittsburgh Carrick High School 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Carrick High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Carrick High School's student population of 638 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Carrick High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Carrick High School is 0.64, 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
#1487 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
44%
14%
White
40%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Carrick High School's ranking?
Pittsburgh Carrick High School is ranked #1487 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Carrick High School often compared to?
Pittsburgh Carrick High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Brashear High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Carrick High School?
The graduation rate of Pittsburgh Carrick High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Carrick High School?
638 students attend Pittsburgh Carrick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Pittsburgh Carrick High School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Carrick High School?
Pittsburgh Carrick High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Carrick High School offer ?
Pittsburgh Carrick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pittsburgh Carrick High School part of?
Pittsburgh Carrick High School is part of Pittsburgh SD School District.
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