Serving 139 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 serves the west part of Pittsburgh, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh Whittier K-5's student population of 139 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Whittier 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 Whittier K-5 is 0.62, 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
#2027 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
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)23%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Whittier K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 is ranked #2027 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Whittier K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Whittier K-5?
139 students attend Pittsburgh Whittier K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 students are White, 19% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Whittier K-5?
Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 is located in the Duquesne Heights neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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