Serving 183 students in grades 6-8, Pittsburgh Sterrett 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 serves the eastern part of its school district in Pittsburgh, PA, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8's student population of 183 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Sterrett 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 Sterrett 6-8 is 0.40, which is less 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
#2485 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
76%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
3%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 is ranked #2485 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8, Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8?
183 students attend Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 students are Black, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8?
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 part of?
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 located?
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 is located in the Point Breeze neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Point Breeze.
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