Westinghouse High School, also known as The Academy at Westinghouse or Westinghouse Academy is one of 10 high schools and of four 6-12 schools in the Pittsburgh Public Schools.
Serving 573 students in grades 6-12, Pittsburgh Westinghouse 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 3% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Academy at Westinghouse serves the northeast part of Pittsburgh, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being 1.3 miles and the furthest edge located 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh Westinghouse's student population of 573 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
573 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Westinghouse 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 Westinghouse is 0.17, 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
#2674 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
91%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
60%
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)84.3%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Westinghouse's ranking?
Pittsburgh Westinghouse is ranked #2674 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Westinghouse?
The graduation rate of Pittsburgh Westinghouse is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Westinghouse?
573 students attend Pittsburgh Westinghouse.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Pittsburgh Westinghouse students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Westinghouse?
Pittsburgh Westinghouse has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Westinghouse offer ?
Pittsburgh Westinghouse offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Westinghouse part of?
Pittsburgh Westinghouse is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Westinghouse located?
Pittsburgh Westinghouse is located in the Homewood West neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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