Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pittsburgh Morrow 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% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Morrow K-8's student population of 495 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Morrow 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 Morrow K-8 is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2465 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
66%
14%
White
15%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Morrow K-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 is ranked #2465 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Morrow K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Morrow K-8?
495 students attend Pittsburgh Morrow K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 students are Black, 15% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Morrow K-8?
Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 part of?
Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 located?
Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 is located in the Brighton Heights neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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