Serving 57 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Pittsburgh Pioneer 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Pioneer ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Pioneer's student population of 57 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Pioneer is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)21-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
42%
14%
White
37%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
3%
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 schools are Pittsburgh Pioneer often compared to?
Pittsburgh Pioneeris often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Conroy, David B. Oliver Citywide Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% PA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Pioneer?
The graduation rate of Pittsburgh Pioneer is 50%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 86%.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Pioneer?
57 students attend Pittsburgh Pioneer.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Pittsburgh Pioneer students are Black, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Pioneer?
Pittsburgh Pioneer has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Pioneer offer ?
Pittsburgh Pioneer offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Pioneer part of?
Pittsburgh Pioneer is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Pioneer located?
Pittsburgh Pioneer is located in the Brookline neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in Brookline.
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