Serving 614 students in grades 6-12, Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ's student population of 614 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ ranks within the top 20% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#264 out of 2549 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
38%
14%
White
47%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ's ranking?
Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ is ranked #264 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ?
The graduation rate of Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ?
614 students attend Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ students are White, 38% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ?
Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ offer ?
Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ part of?
Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ is part of Pittsburgh SD School District.
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