Langley K-8, formerly Langley High School, is a public school that is located in the Sheraden neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.
Serving 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pittsburgh Langley 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 9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh Langley K-8's student population of 418 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Langley 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 Langley K-8 is 0.48, 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
#2571 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
70%
14%
White
12%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.3%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
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 Langley K-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh Langley K-8 is ranked #2571 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Langley K-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Langley K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Langley K-8?
418 students attend Pittsburgh Langley K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Pittsburgh Langley K-8 students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Langley K-8?
Pittsburgh Langley K-8 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Langley K-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh Langley K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Langley K-8 part of?
Pittsburgh Langley K-8 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Langley K-8 located?
Pittsburgh Langley K-8 is located in the Sheraden neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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