Serving 159 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pittsburgh Manchester 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 90% 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: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 serves the northwest part of Pittsburgh, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families live within a short drive of 5-10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh Manchester K-8's student population of 159 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Manchester 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 Manchester K-8 is 0.43, 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
#2448 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
74%
14%
White
10%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Manchester K-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 is ranked #2448 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Manchester K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Manchester K-8?
159 students attend Pittsburgh Manchester K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Manchester K-8?
Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 part of?
Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 located?
Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 is located in the Manchester neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Manchester.
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