Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Faison 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsburgh Faison K-5 serves the eastern part of its school district in Pittsburgh, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically experience a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh Faison K-5's student population of 480 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Faison 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 Faison K-5 is 0.22, which is less 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
#2666 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
88%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
60%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-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 Faison K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Faison K-5 is ranked #2666 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Faison K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Faison K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Linden K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Faison K-5?
480 students attend Pittsburgh Faison K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Pittsburgh Faison K-5 students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Faison K-5?
Pittsburgh Faison K-5 has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Faison K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Faison K-5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Faison K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Faison K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Faison K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Faison K-5 is located in the Homewood South neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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