Serving 515 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsburgh Carrick High School serves the southern part of Pittsburgh, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 2.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh Carrick High School's student population of 515 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
515 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Carrick High School 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 Carrick High School is 0.68, 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
#2138 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
44%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
34%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.5%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
3%
Showing 2007–2016. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #2138 out of 2,733 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% 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 80-84%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Carrick High School?
515 students attend Pittsburgh Carrick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Pittsburgh Carrick High School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Carrick High School part of?
Pittsburgh Carrick High School is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Carrick High School located?
Pittsburgh Carrick High School is located in the Carrick neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Carrick.
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