Serving 278 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 72% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsburgh Westwood K-8 serves the western part of Pittsburgh, PA, covering an attendance area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being around 3.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5's student population of 278 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 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 Westwood K-5 is 0.73, 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
#1485 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Westwood K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 is ranked #1485 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Langley K-8, Propel Cs-montour by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Westwood K-5?
278 students attend Pittsburgh Westwood K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 students are Black, 28% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Westwood K-5?
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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