Serving 740 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Pivik Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: PIVIK EL SCH serves the northwest part of Pittsburgh, PA, covering an area of approximately 14.7 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pivik Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pivik Elementary School's student population of 740 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
740 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pivik Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pivik Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#578 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-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 Pivik Elementary School's ranking?
Pivik Elementary School is ranked #578 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pivik Elementary School often compared to?
Pivik Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like O'block Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pivik Elementary School?
740 students attend Pivik Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Pivik Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pivik Elementary School?
Pivik Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pivik Elementary School offer ?
Pivik Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pivik Elementary School part of?
Pivik Elementary School is part of Plum Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Pivik Elementary School located?
Pivik Elementary School is located in the New Texas neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in New Texas.
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