Serving 324 students in grades 6-8, Pittsburgh South Hills 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 10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8's student population of 324 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburgh South Hills 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 South Hills 6-8 is 0.77, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2421 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
35%
14%
White
23%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 is ranked #2421 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh South Brook 6-8, Pittsburgh Mifflin K-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 38% PA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8?
324 students attend Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 students are Black, 23% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8?
Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 part of?
Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 located?
Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 is located in the Beechview neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Beechview.
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