Serving 260 students in grades 6-8, Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 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 19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsburgh Schiller serves the northern part of its school district in Pittsburgh, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, 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 Schiller 6-8's student population of 260 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
260 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 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 Schiller 6-8 is 0.68, which is more 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
#1959 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
16%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
42%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
36%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
3%
Showing 2007–2016. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 is ranked #1959 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8, Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8?
260 students attend Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 students are Black, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8?
Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 part of?
Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 located?
Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 is located in the East Allegheny neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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